Job Description

Implement commodity-specific business plans to ensure your suppliers exceed all corporate launch, quality, capacity, warranty metrics, and vehicle delivery Implement actions to ensure zero vehicle losses from suppliers Drive assessment & validation of manufacturing feasibility at identified supplier sites Execute the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Quality Planning Process (APQP) Use available data, metrics, and business plans to drive future sourcing decisions ensuring improved future quality Implement commodity-specific business plans to ensure your suppliers exceed all corporate launch, quality, capacity, warranty metrics, and vehicle delivery Lead on-site troubleshooting and corrective actions for emergency supplier situations Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical / manufacturing aptitude 5+ years' experience in one or more, but not limited to the following manufacturing process: Casting, Machining, Forging, Stamping, Welding, Plastic/Rubber Molding, Brazing, Sintering, Automated/Manual Assembly Processes, Controls Automation programming, Paint, Chroming, SMC, etc. Ability to develop and present materials to leadership on short notice Ability to lead resolution of manufacturing, quality, and/or capacity issues on-site with suppliers Ability to travel in the US, Canada, and Mexico approximately 75% of the time Bachelor of Science in Engineering Manufacturing, maintenance, and quality operations experience https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD This position is a salary grade 6, 7 or 8. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite 4 or more days per week. LI-Onsite LT-LinkedIn-48

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