Manufacturing Engineer - Process

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Ford’s legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, we’re not just assembling battery systems; we’re leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team, you’ll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites and highways everywhere. At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, you will... use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry. What You'll Do... Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to drive continuous improvement to manufacturing processesFunction as the leader and subject matter expert for the specified section of the production line. Coordinate activity and drive improvements to achieve KPI's.Develop relevant KPI's and data visualizations to enable a clear understanding of the actual vs. expected performanceLead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality and production issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving toolsPlay an integral part in the Launch process by establishing and monitoring quality target levels at the workstation level for each build phase to validate workstations' readinessConduct process audits to ensure the process adheres to guidelines and specific process standardsAct as team leader in resolving assembly-related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices.Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as requiredLead development of solutions for throughput constraintsManage and direct statistical process control activitiesSupport efficiency planning to ensure workstations are properly set up with quality risks identified and addressedChange management leadershipCandidates must possess full flexibility and a readiness to consistently work across all established standard, operating, and rotational shift schedules, encompassing day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. You'll have... Bachelor's degree in engineering2+ years of manufacturing process engineering experience, including internship, in an automated manufacturing facility1+ years of demonstrated experience, including internship, managing process improvements or new equipment installation. Even better, you may have... Master's degree in Engineering or MBA5+ years of manufacturing process engineering experience in an automated manufacturing facility3+ years of demonstrated experience, managing process improvements or new equipment installation. 2+ years of experience using 3D CAD review (3D Experience, CATIA, or equivalent)Experience with cameras, error-proofing systems, and/or robotsEffective oral and written communication skillsLean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skillsSolid understanding of Lean Tools5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream MappingDMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experienceKnowledge of FMEA, PPAP, and DOEsDemonstrated skills in print reading, tool layouts, and gaugingErgonomic analysis knowledge and experiencePrior experience in a facility start-up or new equipment commissioning environment.Six Sigma: Black or Green Belt certified.Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities under tight timelines.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).Proficiency with KPI management, data analysis, and data visualization (using data to communicate to an audience and to make decisions)Strong public speaking and presentation skillsFamiliarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and FMEA processes.Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work effectively as part of a teamUnderstanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principlesWorking knowledge of statistics (control charts, data collecting, GD&T etc.)Strong understanding of industrial controls and automation 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 of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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 range of salary grades 5-8 and ranges from $65,100-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. 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.