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Ford Motor Company

Engineering Specialist - Quality/Process

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
84K-162K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
84K-162K Annually
Entry level
Improve manufacturing processes and product quality using engineering analysis, statistical process control, measurement systems analysis, and root-cause problem solving. Implement corrective actions, identify production variation, establish tolerances and quality targets, define measurement requirements, and support cross-functional resolution of supplier and production concerns. The role requires manufacturing or engineering experience, problem-solving ability, Microsoft Office proficiency, and willingness to work all shifts.
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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, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 

 

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll 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.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

  • Implement interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D tool, 6 panel, etc.

  • Manage and direct statistical process control activities

  • Knowledge of and ability to execute measurement systems analysis & variable data analysis

  • Identify sources of variation within a production environment effectively and efficiently

  • Establish tolerance limits and facilitate appropriate corrective actions

  • Establish and monitor quality target levels for each build

  • Provide input for design and assembly concepts which will yield nominal variations

  • Establish critical characteristics for gauging and measuring data collection methods

  • Determine inspection equipment and facility requirements

  • Support expedited concern resolution with cross functional teams including the Quality Department, Production and Suppliers

  • Review internal/external suppliers for critical characteristics process compatibility

  • Review incoming quality concerns to maintain quality with assigned area; must have experience with initiating containment, determining root cause and implementing corrective actions.

Qualifications

You'll 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 as required

 

Even better, you may have...

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM field

  • Previous automotive and/ or quality analysis experience

  • Proficiency in use of problem solving tools (Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, 5 Why, etc)

  • Effective oral and written communication skills

  • Self-starter, with the ability to be self-directed in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

 

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 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 Year’s Day

  • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. 

 

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360. 

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.

 

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.

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About UsAt Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.About the TeamWe build world-class vehicles in our plants around the world, constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. It’s our people who really make the difference. We encourage all of our employees to think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.

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