Quality Engineer

Job Description

Launch Quality Engineer is responsible for data analytics of quality launch. Will investigate issues from quality control systems and support launch team specialists as well as inspection teams to ensure they have what is needed for pre-delivery. Supporting new model content and pull data for daily meetings. Participate in launch reviews and quality reviews associated.

•\tDefine and Develop Critical to Quality standards that address Customer Wants and Needs.

•\tWork with the Innovation teams, to drive key technologies into Ford Motor Company products.

•\tDevelop Best in Class analysis based on customer feedback and meeting customer expectations.

•\tLead to Develop Critical to Quality standards that address target Customer wants and needs.

•\tStrong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work well with cross-functional teams to deliver win-win results.

•\tLead customer research clinics conducted by Ford Motor Company or our key suppliers, to solicit customer feedback.

•\tLead Quality Improvement initiatives with supplier and Ford manufacturing facilities to improve quality.

•\tWorking knowledge of automotive vehicle systems.

•\tWorking knowledge of quality tools and processes.

•\tOccasional travel may be required.

•\tKnowledge of Robust Engineering Fundamentals

•\tSelf-motivated, capable of providing a clear vision for success, and motivated to deliver results.

•\tStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others as part of a team.

•\tStrong verbal and written communication skills.

•\tKnowledge of product development especially in Interior Components

•\tAbility to understand Customer Issues from around the GLOBE and help Design Teams in translating into Design and Manufacturing requirements.

•\tUnderstand and apply failure mode avoidance methods including Quality History, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEAs)

•\tSix Sigma Experience (Green Belt or Black Belt) a plus.

•\tSuccessful candidate should be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Additional Skills and QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Related Sciences (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics)6+ months of experience in Engineering or technical field 1+ years of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Minitab or Statistical tools).

Hard SkillsData analyticsQuality control systemsCritical to Quality standards developmentAutomotive vehicle systems knowledgeQuality tools and processesRobust Engineering FundamentalsFailure Modes and Effects AnalysisSix Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt)Soft SkillsStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to work well with cross-functional teamsLeadershipTeambuildingStrong verbal and written communication skills

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Louisville, Kentucky.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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