A dynamic position that will allow engineers to display problem solving, communication and leadership skills by working with a diverse group of individuals within VOME, PD and the assembly plants. This position will familiarize the engineer to tools utilized by Ford overall and tools specific to VOME Paint for tracking warranty and quality. This position will also allow for interaction with both manufacturing and PD Quality teams to drive/understand warranty targets for current and future programs.
Assists and coach plants in issues resolution. Review plant scorecard and assist to address "red" items. Lead annual control plan updates and coordinate changes with subject matter expert. Conduct plant paint shop "health" assessments through uniform paint process audit and validation of adherence to control plans. Lead plant related TVM actions/implementations. Support development of of future model program quality panels. Lead for overall Paint warranty targets and trends. Support forward model engineer in issue resolution. Support annual ISO audits. Support new model launch activities as required. Assist in the development of new/innovative technologies/processes for quality improvement. Assist in development of Business Control Center (BCC) for VOME Paint Engineering.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, related sciences or plant equivalent experiences
Ability to travel 50% or more including Canada and Mexico.
Strong verbal/written communication skills
Strong computer skills
Ability to lead/direct a team
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision but knowledge of when to ask for assistance
Ability to operate in stressful situations within timing constraints
Energetic individual that is self-motivated and has passion to be a team member delivering Ford+ behaviors
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've 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 builder...or 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 Year's Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 6-7 and ranges from $74,300-$144,900.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
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