**SHORT DESCRIPTION:** The Engineering Specialist is responsible for Implementing Zero Defect / Error Proofed Processes. Deliver quality and flow objectives with a zone FTT greater than 95%. No downtime related to jig/fixtures within Chassis and/or trim areas. Deliver a zone FRC greater than 95%. Ensure process audits are conducted within specified timing as per company policy. Complete a minimum of two green belt projects per year. Ensure within two years from enrollment, the candidate is green belt certified. **ROLE SUMMARY:** + The Engineering Specialist is responsible for Implementing Zero Defect / Error Proofed Processes. + Deliver quality and flow objectives with a zone FTT greater that 95%. + No downtime related to jig/fixtures within Chassis and/or trim areas. + Deliver a zone FRC greater than 95%. + Ensure process audits are conducted within specified timing as per company policy. + Complete a minimum of two green belt projects per year. + Ensure within two years from enrollment, the candidate is green belt certified. **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA)** + Effective oral and written communication skills + Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience + 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills. + Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping + DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience + TQM and Kaizen Methods + FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience + Visual Factory Management + Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience + GSPAS/APT + CLL/Auto CAD + Wow Falcon / WERS + Illustration + MOVIS + AIS **POSITION DETAILS:** + Manufacturing Process Engineering activity for Final Assembly. + 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. + Conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Vehicle Operations guidelines, adherence to process outline and drive continuous improvement. + Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required. + Analyze vehicle inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce vehicle inventory + Deliver capable processes and tools for Trim and Chassis Assembly operations. + Lead role in resolving assembly related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices. + 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 in Chassis and/or Trim areas. + Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements. + Identify and drive to closure all FRC issues within Chassis and/or Trim areas. + Maintain fixture/Jig integrity within your responsible zone along with required backups. + Identify and close all control plan items marked as red within your respective zones. + Support MTC changes and efficiency activities within Chassis and/or Trim areas. + Support warranty investigations in Chassis and/or Trim areas **.** **PREFERRED REQUIRMENTS:** + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial. + Experience: 5+ years of related experience. + A certified green belt is an advantage. + Ariba access and use as an advantage. + Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in ONE FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills. **Requisition ID** : 31726