Tool & Die Supervisor- KTP

As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles were known 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...

You will support Stamping Feasibility and Stamping Die Process engineering with die design investigations and deliver design solutions and product/process requirements to proposed Die Design Architecture.

What youll do...

• Develop detailed 3D Solid CAD models to define all Stamping Die engineering intent (Press information automation part load/unload gripper locations pad travel CAM travel typical design sections etc.)
• Design draw trim/pierce & flange (including CAMs) for current model programs.
• Check vendor designs for compliance with Ford requirements and construction/production deliverables using Virtual Verification tools.
• Develop Generic Die Architecture models based on PDPD process and target facility.
• Review customer feedback and develop permanent corrective actions to improve die design quality.
• Work with Customers to improve process and die design deliverables in support of company quality/cost/timing objectives
• Lead the development of stamping processes and progressive die strip layouts for new model parts optimized for cost and quality on a timely basis supported with other company activities to achieve company objectives.
• Provide knowledgeable liaison of progressive die part feasibility strip layout development die design construction tryout and buyoff for new model progressive stampings.
• Lead the creation of draw die CAD Developments and Construction Release Files for new model stampings.
• Lead the development of Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEAs) for new model stampings.
• Update and maintain existing die process information for the inclusion of improvements service requirements and carryover modified part releases required for new model usage.
• Participate in and initiate cost requests for new model costing evaluation of engineering proposals.
• Primary engineering support to N/C machining construction tryout and buyoff of dies.

Youll have...

• Education: High School diploma or GED
• Experience: 5 yrs of related experience. Must have 2 years minimum experience in at least one of the following stamping areas:
  • Die Processing Progressive Dies
  • CAD Draw Development
  • Die Design Die Construction and/or Tryout.
• CAD skills required CATIA V5 preferred.
• Proficient in reading stamping die designs both manual and CAD.
• PFMEA proficiency required.
• MS Office proficiency required. (.XLS .DOC .PPT and Outlook)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Lean Manufacturing experience
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in ONE FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal teambuilding and communicationskills.

Even better you may have...

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering preferred.
• Tool & Die Journeymens Card
• Understanding of sheet metal FLD Reports and general sheet metal forming methods preferred.
• Minimum 8 years Die Design experience for large automotive sheet metal panels.
• Minimum 5 years 3D solid die design experience in one of the following CAD systems: I-DEAS UniGraphics Catia.
• Minimum 3 years experience with Ford Motor Company Die Design & Construction standards (WDX).
• Experience in the use of Virtual verification tools such as Vis-Mock-Up Smirt to check for die interference automation clearance Machining clearance etc.
• Associate degreeor equivalent experience in Drafting/Design or Tool & Die Apprentice.
• Familiar with Patterns NC Machining and Die Construction Practices.

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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