Supervisor - Quality Cost Optimization

What You'll Do

• Lead data and returned part analysis discussions to define and prioritize CPR and HTIS projects for the engineering team.
• Lead an engine teardown and testing facility by: setting engine selection strategy, ensuring maximum teardown throughput, collaborating with stakeholders to communicate findings, using data to select new projects, and determining DRI for projects.
• Coach team members on techniques to rapidly execute lower CPR projects in conjunction with cross-functional partners (FCSD, Calibration / Controls, Powerpack, Thermal Systems, etc.).
• Coach team members on techniques to rapidly work through problem-solving process phases to quickly deliver solutions (8D, DFSS, DCOV, etc.).
• Lead CPR & High Time in Service Team to execute projects using 8D processes on aggressive timelines, using modern project management techniques.
• Design and execute/coordinate analytical and physical testing from component bench level to full powertrain/vehicle testing to identify root cause, replicate quality issues, and validate fixes.
• Frequently present projects to senior management, interface regularly with quality, powerpack and core engineers and Technical Specialists.
• Identify and document lessons learned for read across and read ahead to prevent recurrence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Strong ability to build collaborative relationships with cross-functional partners
• Proven people-leader skills
• Familiarity/experience with Ford’s Strategic Problem Solving tools including key root cause identification tools (y=f(x), stress/strength interference, 3L5W, etc.)

Even Better

• Masters Degree in Engineering, Engineering Management or M.B.A.
• Strong project management, problem-solving and organization skills
• 5+ years of experience leading large cross-functional projects and teams
• 5+ years minimum of experience with internal combustion engines, thermal systems or after-treatment systems in one or more of the following areas: Design, Test, Controls, Calibration
• 6-Sigma green belt, black belt and Design for Six Sigma experience
• Familiarity with Ford’s quality information systems and data analysis practices
• Knowledge of key engine/powertrain subsystems including base engine, cooling, airpath, fuel, after-treatment, climate, etc.
• Familiarity with Ford’s Failure Mode Avoidance and Robustness and Reliability processes (P-Diagram, DFMEA, RCL, etc.)
• Excellent leadership, communication and presentation skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously
• Comfortable working in an environment with undefined processes to deliver CPR, warranty and R/1000 objectives
• Flexibility to respond to new initiatives rapidly

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100. 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/LL6

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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