Engineering Specialist - Quality/Process

Ford Motor Company • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of Ford Motor Company’s Manufacturing team, the Engineering Specialist - Quality/Process helps develop technologies and processes for manufacturing smart vehicles. The position owns the quality and capability of manufacturing processes within the Assembly department, drives continuous improvement, and supports production launches, quality compliance, and operational efficiency.

The role leads structured problem-solving and corrective actions, establishes and monitors workstation quality targets during launch build phases, audits processes, reduces variability, and supports lean manufacturing initiatives. It also manages statistical process control, addresses throughput constraints, reviews supplier process compatibility for critical characteristics, and supports workstation efficiency planning and ISO 14001 compliance.

The position requires manufacturing/technology engineering work experience, prior automotive and quality analysis experience, and previous production supervision. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology is preferred. The role also calls for expertise in corrective-action methods, lean tools, quality methods, communication, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Manufacturing/technology engineering work experience.
• Previous automotive and quality analysis experience.
• Previous production supervision.
• Experience with 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of lean tools including 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Knowledge of TQM and Kaizen methods.
• Knowledge of Visual Factory Management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Outstanding interpersonal, team-building, and communication skills.
• Critical-thinking and troubleshooting ability to deliver high-quality results.
• Commitment to process improvement, innovative solutions, and a customer-first mindset.
• Curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
• Demonstrates inclusion and values diversity.
• Perseverance through setbacks and disappointments to drive results.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
• New hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption, as stated in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology.
• FMEA, PPAP, and DOE experience.
• Experience with Six Sigma DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) project methodologies.
• Knowledge and experience in ergonomic analysis.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality and capability of manufacturing processes within the Assembly department.
• Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to continuously improve manufacturing processes.
• Lead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving tools.
• Establish and monitor workstation-level quality targets for each build phase to validate workstation readiness during the launch process.
• Conduct process audits to ensure compliance with Vehicle Operations guidelines and specific process standards.
• Lead resolution of assembly-related concerns, variability reduction, and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices.
• Support ISO 14001 compliance and internal ISO auditing as required.
• Develop solutions for throughput constraints.
• Manage and direct statistical process control activities.
• Review internal and external suppliers for critical-characteristic process compatibility.
• Support efficiency planning to ensure workstations are properly set up and quality risks are identified and addressed.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized back-up child care.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• Paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED