Process Engineer (Gear Machining)

Responsibilities Support Manufacturing Process Engineering activity Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products Develop action plans as required to investigate and prioritize quality concerns and verify corrective actions on internal processes and supplier processes Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with guidelines Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required Analyze vehicle inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce vehicle inventory Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes Deliver capable processes and tools for Trim and Chassis Assembly operations Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards Back up ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED 1+ year of Process Engineering experience (can include co‑op/internships) 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment 1+ years of experience with gear machining, blanking, hobbing, milling and auxiliary processes Ability to work overnight off‑shift on a 4‑person crew Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred Effective oral and written communication skills 2 or more years in the automotive industry Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem‑solving skills Solid understanding of Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka‑yoke, and Value Stream Mapping Familiarity with DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience Knowledge of TQM and Kaizen Methods, FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience Validated experience with Visual Factory Management Benefits 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 Salary Salary grade 6 ranges from $72,480–121,440. Salary grade 7 ranges from $84,480–141,360. Salary grade 8 ranges from $96,720–162,120. Visa Sponsorship Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Legal & EEO Statement 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ford Motor Company