Engineering Specialist - Quality

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 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... The VEPC Chem & Lab Engineering Specialist/Lab Supervisor is a critical dual-function role responsible for leading the plant's contamination control strategy and managing the daily operations of the Chemical Laboratory. This individual acts as the primary champion for the Contamination Quality Operating System (QOS), ensuring all production areas meet rigorous Engineering Specifications (ES) through advanced analytical testing and data-driven insights. The successful candidate will blend technical expertise in materials analysis (SEM, FTIR, AOM) with strong leadership skills to supervise a team of UAW hourly employees. You will be responsible for driving continuous improvement in contamination controls, managing laboratory budgets, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and throughput.