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We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Ford’s legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, we’re not just assembling battery systems; we’re leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team, you’ll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites and highways everywhere.
At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, you will...
• use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions
• build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future
• create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others
• be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.
In this position... 
The Process Quality Engineer (PQE) at BOBM is a critical role responsible for ensuring "Best in Class" quality during the Battery Pack Assembly process. This role focuses on robust process control, rigorous technical analysis, and the leadership of cross-functional initiatives to achieve a No Faults Forward (NFF) and Zero Defect manufacturing environment. The PQE will drive continuous improvement through engineering principles, manage complex containment actions, and ensure that all products meet Ford’s stringent safety and performance standards.
 

What you'll do...
1. Process Control & Technical Analysis
Process Monitoring: Manage and direct Statistical Process Control (SPC) activities to monitor process stability and capability.
Measurement Systems: Execute Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), including Gage R&R studies and variable data analysis, to ensure measurement integrity.
Contamination Control: Establish and maintain strict contamination control protocols essential for battery pack longevity and safety.
Error Proofing: Document, control, and verify error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) checks and internal process safeguards.
Technical Improvement: Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to continuously improve manufacturing processes and products.

2. Problem Solving & Containment Management
Rapid Response: Support expedited concern resolution with cross-functional teams, including Production, Engineering, and Suppliers.
Containment Leadership: Coordinate quality concern containment actions, including Dock Holds and Special Checks, to eliminate any impact on the customer (VO).
Root Cause Analysis: Lead 8D resolution for Warranty and Vehicle Operations (VO) concerns, collaborating with Design, Production, and MP&L.
Defect Management: Manage quality documentation for First Time Through (FTT), 8Ds, Scrap, and Dock Audits.

3. Forward Planning & Simultaneous Engineering
MTC Process: Actively participate in Simultaneous Engineering meetings and Forward Planning to ensure the Manufacturing Technical Council (MTC) process is followed.
Design Input: Provide input for design and assembly concepts to yield nominal variations and improve manufacturability.
Standard Setting: Establish critical characteristics for gauging and define data collection methods for new and existing programs.
Benchmarking: Participate in interplant benchmarking exercises to adopt and share global best practices.

4. Quality Auditing & Systems
Auditing: Lead Quality Process Audits and monitor quality target levels for each build phase.
Systems Integration: Work fluently with traceability systems, end-of-line (EOL) test systems, and other required manufacturing execution systems.
Reporting: Prepare standard reports for Quality reviews within the plant and for senior leadership.

5. Leadership & Project Management
Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead initiatives across departments to drive the "Quality First" culture and achieve zero defects.
Continuous Improvement: Coordinate and mentor Green Belt and Black Belt projects within the department to drive efficiency and cost reduction.
 

You'll have...

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Quality Engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment (Automotive or Battery experience preferred).
   

Even better, you may have...

• Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and Control Plans.
• Demonstrated ability to execute MSA (Gage R&R) and Variable Data Analysis.
• Proficiency in 8D problem-solving methodology and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification, or ASQ certification (CQE).
• Experience with Battery Pack Assembly or high-voltage systems.
• Familiarity with Ford-specific systems and the MTC process.
• Ability to manage complex information & data and translate it into data-driven actionable improvements on the shop floor.

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 of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• 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. 
This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 and ranges from $74,300-$166,200.
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/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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