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? 

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... 

In this critical role, you will lead QOS initiatives within the production department. Day to day responsibilities include:

Review with production team leaders and process coaches' quality issues and be the point of contact with other departments such as Machining, Quality and MP&L Coordinate - during quality concerns containment actions - dock holds, special checks to eliminate any impact to customer Keep traceability records regarding quality actions for future reference Manage quality documentation on FTT, 8Ds, Scrap, Dock Holds, Dock Audit, etc. Participate in Quality and Contamination audits Prepare standard reports for Quality reviews within the plant and with other areas Review rejected parts for quality integrity and decide next steps Spearhead cross functional team initiatives in quality to achieve no faults forward / zero defects Lead 8D resolution of Warranty and VO concerns working together with Quality, MP&L, Machining and VO Coordinate Green and Black Belt projects within the department Work with QLSCM, Quality Works, OBL, CDCII and other required systems Document and control error proofing checks, internal checks, and additional containments Participate in interplant benchmarking exercises Actively participate in Simultaneous Engineering meetings, Forward Planning and Product Design to ensure MTC process is followed. Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products Implement interim & 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 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 Complete PPAP’s and support new model launches