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Ford Motor Company

Engineering Specialist, Process

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An Operations and Maintenance Specialist works for a production plant or manufacturer. They may direct and coordinate the daily operations and maintenance of a facility in collaboration with leadership. May assist in establishing new system processes, such as improving production cost, product quality, policy and procedure implementation, material and inventory utilization, and operation efficiency.

$57,790 / year median in Missouri

+6% projected growth

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Engineering Specialist, Process Ford Motor Company - 4.0 Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Financial planning services Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Family leave Parental leave Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Prescription drug insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Bachelor's degree in engineering Full Job Description Job
ID 67339
Location Kansas City, Missouri Category Manufacturing Overview At Ford, you'll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we're shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
Job Type:
Full time
Work Type:
On-site 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... We're seeking a highly skilled technical professional to provide key expertise to our outstanding automated manufacturing capabilities. What you'll do... 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 Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required Analyze root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes Deliver capable processes and tools Lead role in resolving assembly related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices for operations Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards Support
ISO 14001
compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required Support continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements You'll have... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering 1+ years' experience in Microsoft Office to include (Word/Excel/Powerpoint/Outlook) Even better, you may have... Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering Experience with cameras, error proofing systems and/or robots Effective oral and written communication skills 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 DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience Knowledge of FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs Demonstrated skills in print reading, tool layouts, and gauging Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience 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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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. For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD This position is a range of salary grades 6, 7 and 8. 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 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. #LI-Onsite Change the world with your ideas. Speak up. We're listening. At Ford, we believe the right ideas, and the people behind them, can move an entire industry. Here, you'll work with teams who value your voice, push bold ideas forward, and leave a mark that lasts. Support designed to go the distance. From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what's next. You'll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence. Health and Wellness Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and unique wellness perks keep you and your family supported every step of the way. Financial and Retirement Programs Build a strong financial future with robust retirement contributions, savings programs, and free personalized financial planning tools. Flexible Vacation and Holidays Enjoy your time away from work with generous vacation, holidays, and flexible family leave designed to help you balance life and work with ease. Vehicle Discount Program The best thing about building great products is driving them!
The second-best thing:
sharing your discount with family and friends so they can drive them, too. Family Growth and Support Grow your family confidently with fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and a supportive new-parent ramp-up program. Additional Programs Enjoy unexpected extras like pet insurance, legal services, identity protection, and access to convenient health and wellness services.