Job Description

We are actively seeking a qualified candidate to fill our Supplemental Axle Carrier Machining Process Engineer in one of our Sterling Heights manufacturing plants.

What you'll do...

• Support Manufacturing Process Engineering activity for Axle Carrier Machining
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity
• Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products
• Lead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving tools.
• Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Powertrain Operations guidelines
• Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required
• Analyze carrier inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce carrier rejects
• Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes
• Deliver capable processes and tools for Carrier Machining operations
• Lead role in resolving machining related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices

• Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards

• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity in the Carrier Machining Area
• Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements to achieve Rate of Climb targets

You'll have...

• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: 5+ yrs of related experience

• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in FORD+ (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Even better, you may have...

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Experience:
  • Machining or tooling experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
  • 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills
  • Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
  • DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience
  • TQM and Kaizen Methods
  • FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience
  • Visual Factory Management
  • Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience

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!

*Supplemental positions are not benefit eligible* https://fordcareers.co/supplemental

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