Engineering Specialist, Process - Final Assembly

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles were known for. In our plants around the world were constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. Youll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products.

What youll do...

• Conduct Daily review quality indicators REDCRS and Sterling Warranty Garage Reports for NE APR VO Repair and FQAs issues
• Track concerns and review initial test results/data from all relevant test equipment.
• Once suspect unit is returned record any retest of the transaxle or defect testing dataalong with analysisthen assist garage in determining root cause and document improvement actions to test equipment.
• Conduct a monthly review of all critical test point variable trend charts. Verify test point trends and current limits. Investigate or notify correct personnel of any unusual trends. Document charts in a binder for future reference.
• Maintain completed Defect Testing Matrix for all test equipment. The matrix should prioritize actions to address pass-thru items. For product changes rerun defect testing for all affected components to verify containment.
• Assist Production and Quality departments in determining the root cause(s) of the top test stand rejects in the Regress areas.
• Lead reject resolution meetings in addressing test stand top FTT concerns.
• Provide Regress areas with a comprehensive suggested repair list.
• Assist Maintenance and Production in troubleshooting and repairing down test equipment. Investigate and implement corrective actions to address top availability issues. (I.E. faults and downtime)
• Maintain cycle times on test equipment ensuring stands are running at or below authorized cycle time.
• Support feasibility on product design changes and lead modifications and model code updates as required. Handle model additions data base changes test program and sequence changes; implement modifications of new parameters and limits.
• Assist technicians with calibration of test stand instrumentation per schedule.
• Maintain Challenge Part for EFTs and IPTs.
• The DCP should require part testing daily on all stands.
• Monitor part test status and assist Production with reaction to a rejected test.
• Use test stand WMA software to monitor test stand FTT and stand to stand correlation.
• Devise and maintain a suggested repair and repair tree data base for the operators on the floor
• Daily provide Engineering Supervisor with Final and Main Control Test FTT reports and status of top rejects prior to production meeting
• FTT data should be reviewed at the start-up or close-out meeting with the teams daily
  • Knowledge of NVH principles data acquisition balancers leak and EOL testers.
  • PTA WMA Veri-tek NVH machine test software knowledge
  • Mechanical knowledge of axle assembly and gear manufacturing
• Work a rotating A B C shift pattern with OT and holidays as needed

Youll have...

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous engineering or manufacturing operations experience
• Demonstrated experience in accomplishing tasks and objectives
• Proven problem-solving ability
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Willingness to work all shifts/ alternative work schedule/OT/holidays as required

Even better you may have...

• Bachelors degree in STEM field
• Previous automotive and/ or quality analysis experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with problem-solving tools (Six Sigma DOE 8D 5 Why etc)
• Certified 6-Sigma Black Belt
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to be self-directed in a high-volume fast-paced environment
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal teambuilding and communication skills

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• Immediate medical dental and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments 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 Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a range of salary grades 6 7 and 8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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