3D Print Supervisor

This position will lead a team to develop innovative process and technological solutions to solve real-world manufacturing problems related to cost and quality through advanced 3D printing.

This role is a leadership opportunity where you will be expected to lead the point of view on additive manufacturing at Ford including leading technologies such as various 3D printing processes (e.g. FDM SLA SLS DMLS Binder Jetting) advanced materials post-processing techniques and printing service optimization.

You will focus on developing strategy and delivering tangible enablers in a hands-on and highly engaging environment. Collaboration with various plant and skill teams will be paramount in successfully implementing projects so a dynamic self-driven and highly collaborative individual is sought for this great opportunity to lead the way in establishing the future of manufacturing at Ford.

What youll do:

• Lead the development and integration of Software Defined Print capabilities pushing the boundaries of whats possible in additive manufacturing.
• Pioneer the use of AI software to intelligently design parts based on specific requirements optimizing them for Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) and enabling revolutionary fixture-less robot assembly.
• Cultivate the ability to rapidly scan existing physical parts and transform them into DFM-optimized CAD files accelerating design iterations and production cycles.
• Drive reimagined manufacturing processes and develop the technology and solution enablers through advanced 3D printing.
• Lead a team of engineers to develop novel 3D printing processes and optimize the efficiency and capability of existing additive manufacturing operations across Fords manufacturing facilities.
• Drive the development of new 3D printing applications and printing service opportunities from idea proof-of-concept pilot to implementation.
• Lead the point of view on advanced 3D printing technologies and printing services including various printing processes material development design for additive manufacturing and quality assurance for printed parts.
• Oversee the delivery of tangible 3D printing solutions and services that improve cost quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Global Manufacturing Engineering Material Planning and Logistics and plant operations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Benchmark new advanced additive manufacturing technologies and develop supplier partnerships to deliver manufacturing solutions.
• Teach coach and mentor employees peers and leadership; document technical knowledge and establish standards for 3D printing.
• Provide technical leadership to assess the capability of 3D printing technologies assure the delivery of system performance and utilize project management skills to achieve desired timing.
• Ensure the identification of lessons learned and their applications in additive manufacturing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BSc Engineering (Mechanical Industrial and/or Electrical).
• 5 years of leadership experience with demonstrated ability to lead technical teams.
• 5 years of technical engineering development experience with a focus on advanced 3D printing and additive manufacturing processes.
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A strong interest in and understanding of emerging advanced 3D printing technologies materials and services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in developing and launching manufacturing processes utilizing additive manufacturing equipment specification and installation.
• Proven project management experience.
• Experience developing custom tooling fixtures and functional parts using additive manufacturing and managing printing services.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a creative and innovative environment.
• Knowledge and experience with Ford Production Systems and standards.
• Experience with 3D printer operation process optimization material science for additive manufacturing and relevant software (e.g. CAD CAM slicing simulation).

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 of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care 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.

This position is a leadership level 6.

For more information on salary and benefits click here:New Hire Benefits

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Domestic relocation is available for this position.

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Onsite work of up to four days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location.

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