<p>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?</p> <p>If good is just never good enough for you, Ford Quality shares your passion for striving for perfection. We're responsible for driving the continuous improvement efforts that enable Ford to deliver the highest quality products and services. Help us drive operational excellence through such innovative, proprietary initiatives as our Global Product Development System, Quality Operating System and New Model Launch. Work cross-functionally and closely with integrated teams in Manufacturing, Product Development, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales and Service.</p> <p>What you'll do...</p> <p>Develop relationship with Plant Quality Manager and Quality Team Managers from Region Powertrain plant sites.</p> <p>Routine cadence of plant visits/Gemba activity across all regional Powertrain plants.</p> <p>Audit QPIP/QOS Procedures and Processes to validate Powertrain Plant QPIP Assessments</p> <p>Manage Quality SAP PEP - Quality Plan for Every Plant</p> <p>Update/Maintain Master Schedule Plan for Every Plant to Track Gaps Identified in QOS</p> <p>Work with Manufacturing teams to resolve identified plant QPIP gaps from Quarterly Assessments</p> <p>Assist in Auditing during Compliance Team audits for responsible region Powertrain plants</p> <p>Attend Plant PICs and PQRs from Region as appropriate.</p> <p>Work with team and PTO PAC Coordinator for Closure of PAC Migration Plans with 3L5W and Migration One Pagers_</p> <p>Teach/Coach plant teams - QOS, Adherence to Standard (especially new members)</p> <p>Complete required training (personally assigned competency, quality tools)</p> <p>Assist/create quality-related reports/summary material for QPM as needed</p> <p>Attend/participate in plant Kaizens in Region as needed</p> <p>Attend/Support other Quality initiatives requiring participation (ISO, Training)</p> <p>Assist in identifying/implementing Quality Best Practices and escalate for Global Replication</p> <p>Develop MQOS Scorecard Standardization Concept, Template, and Content to support Powertrain PQR/PIC</p> <p>Coordinate/Montor Internal Audit Team Leads at Regional PTO Plants (Weekly share meetings)</p> <p>Develop and summarize Quality metrics information as necessary for management reviews and special analysis projects.</p> <p>Work with plants to develop workplans to continuously improve plant Lean Maturity Model (LMM) status.</p> <p>You'll have...</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. </li><li>Demonstrated technical knowledge of quality processes; Quality Operating Systems, Manufacturing High Leverage Opportunities, Advanced Quality Planning, Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Control Plans and Quality Confirmation Mapping. </li><li>Understanding of failure mode avoidance methods including Quality History, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEAs), and DV/PV Plan. </li><li>Previous Manufacturing and Quality experience. </li><li>Self-motivated, capable of providing a clear vision for success, and motivated to deliver results. </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others as part of a team. </li><li>Strong organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills. </li><li>Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic cross functional working environment and diverse team. </li><li>Computer proficient in various Ford Motor Company systems. </li><li>Working knowledge of automotive vehicle systems. </li><li>Working knowledge of quality tools and processes. </li><li>Consistent overnight travel to assembly plants is required </li></ul> <p>Even better, you may have...</p> <ul> <li>Six Sigma Experience (Green Belt or Black Belt) a plus </li></ul> <p>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!</p> <p>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 of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:</p> <ul> <li>Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage </li><li>Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more </li><li>Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more </li><li>Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases </li><li>Tuition assistance </li><li>Established and active employee resource groups </li><li>Paid time off for individual and team community service </li><li>A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day </li><li>Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. </li></ul> <p>For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1</p> <p>This position is a range of salary grades 5 - 8 .</p> <p>Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.</p> <p>#LI-Hybrid</p> <p>#LI-KF2</p> <p>Quality Operating System (QOS) Effectiveness Coach for North American Powertrain Operations</p>