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. What will you make today?
The Ford Purchasing team adds critical value to the entire organization. You'll help us source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. You'll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want.
In this position...
Lead STA representative between external suppliers and Ford VO (Vehicle Operations) and PVT (Plant Vehicle Team).
Facilitate Critical Supplier Process to drive supplier site QR performance improvement.
Participate in Whiteboard (Post-OKTB), VRT Meetings, Daily Plant Quality (FCPA / Warranty / PIC Room) Meeting, as needed on an exception basis. Drive resolution of external supplier process (SP) 0-MIS to 3-MIS warranty concerns through supplier notification and driving containment action(s) at the responsible supplier.
At 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.
What you'll do...
Lead STA representative between external suppliers and Ford VO (Vehicle Operations) and PVT (Plant Vehicle Team).
Facilitate Critical Supplier Process to drive supplier site QR performance improvement.
Participate in Whiteboard (Post-OKTB), VRT Meetings, Daily Plant Quality (FCPA / Warranty / PIC Room) Meeting, as needed on an exception basis. Drive resolution of external supplier process (SP) 0-MIS to 3-MIS warranty concerns through supplier notification and driving containment action(s) at the responsible supplier.
Support GSAR QR System procedures by advocating accurate CR/QR binning, reviewing threshold QRs and providing support for dispute resolution. Assist IQ with non-responsive suppliers. Assist suppliers and plants in QR part quantities (Reject / Scrap / Rework) and cost data accuracy. Support Part Quality Confirmation process (supplier site 3rd-Party Inspection) for suppliers with repetitive containment failure.
Lead containment (ICA) and drive resolution of supplier process responsible 0-MIS to 3-MIS BSAQ (Balanced Single Agenda for Quality) projects with Site STA..
Support with VRT (Variability Reduction Team) to achieve warranty targets.
Provide early notification to engage Site STA team on potential Supplier Process Stop Shipments and lead containment action implementation. Assist Site STA team with vehicle on hold and release process tracking. Work with Stop Ship stakeholders to support proper identification of root cause owner for (PAC) Prevent Action Closure.
Monitor daily production report (DPR) and provide notification to STA management for issues that require Site STA team awareness / intervention.
Support preparation for management quality meetings, as required - VQR (Vehicle Quality Review), NAQM (North America Quality Review), SARs (Special Attention Reviews).
You'll have...
Bachelor of Science/Engineering, or equivalent technical/manufacturing aptitude
2+ years of Plant Manufacturing experience
3+ years of electrical background
Ability to develop and present materials to senior leadership with short timelines
Even better, you may have...
Engineering Degree, master's degree in engineering preferred
Be proficient in English (working with teams - globally)
Proficient at problem solving: Green Belt Certified, Black Belt Certification preferred
Knowledge of manufacturing processes
3+ years of electrical, wire harness, electrical component, electrical mechanical, material science, electrical process or quality engineer
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.
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This position is a range of salary grades 6, 7 and 8.
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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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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