Forward Model Quality Engineer

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this position, you will be responsible for assisting VO and PTO plants to achieve the Next Level in Quality by teaching, coaching, and leading the implementation and maintenance of the Launch Readiness QOS, including procedures, strategies, and processes. You will be interfacing with VME/PTME Management, Plant Management, Quality Departments and Production Management as well as supporting organizations.

Requirements

• Associates Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Can-Do positive attitude
• Strong Vehicle and Engine Manufacturing Knowledge in Machining and Assembly
• Weekly travel to VO and Powertrain Plants will be required.
• Due to the nature of this job, overnight travel maybe required.
• In-depth knowledge of Statistical Process Control and Runoff Requirements.
• In-depth knowledge in FMA, i.e., DFMEA/PFMEA, SCCAF and Control Plans
• VME/PTME Manufacturing/Manufacture and Quality experience.
• Demonstrate an understanding of GPDS milestone/deliverables from MR – Job1
• Strong presentation and communication skills (written and oral) within all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in MS Office Software PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook and A.I Tools

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred, prefer BS in Engineering
• Strong presentation and communication skills (written and oral) within all levels of the organization.
• Can-Do positive attitude
• Green Belt or Black Belt Certified preferred

Responsibilities

• Driving the Launch Readiness processes by understanding and communicating all launch QOS quality information and data.
• Conducting robust DFMEA, PFMEA and Control Plan assessments and providing feedback to process owners.
• Track and Report MWR to Launch Managers.
• Conduct Launch Readiness Reviews/Coaching, support New Model Launch Milestone and report outs.
• Maintain and update Coach LRCA Action Decks and Executive Summaries.
• Ensure standardized global implementation of the LQOS, through adherence to the GPDS/GQIP/QPIP processes and standards.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of 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: Associate degree