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...** Body Construction Engineering Joining Supervisor is responsible to lead a team of engineers that are responsible for all manufacturing standards and practices as it relates to vehicle joining. This includes welding, mechanical, dispensing & fastening joining applications. This role is responsible for all new model programs from design though vehicle launch. This role also has technical oversight for current model vehicle programs. **What you'll do...** Lead and supervise a team of Joining Engineers, including: + Lead the joining activities for New Model Launches + Launch joining tooling and new technologies with 100% effectiveness + Assist joining team members and plants with developing robust joining quality control plans + Ensure up-front enablers are provided on launch for plant control plan execution + Develop new joining technologies that are robust for high-volume production applications + Support the development of new Global Engineering Specifications as required with Product Development and Research counterparts + Assess joining feasibility through Global Product Development System (GPDS) milestones + Manage the Ford to Furnish (FTF) process for joining equipment + Provide technical expertise for plant and supplier quality issues + Manage 3 rd party plant joining audits and drive implementation of corrective actions + Author and update Global Vehicle Operations Structures Standards (GVOSS) for joining processes + Lead joining-related investment efficiency initiatives, develop joining equipment bid specifications, and select suppliers that meet product, process, quality, and cost objectives + Work with existing joining equipment suppliers on quality and cost improvements + Assist Manufacturing Engineers with resolution to Global Manufacturing Requirement (GMR) open issues + Document joining-related lessons learned + Develop and update joining-related Global Manufacturing Requirements (GMR) + Domestic Travel may be required. **You'll have...** + Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. + Strong leadership and liaison experience to lead a multi-discipline team + Knowledge of welding and joining industry standards + Experience with automotive body construction methods and product launches + Familiarity with existing automotive body joining technologies – welding, adhesive bonding, and mechanical joining + Exemplary written and oral communication skills + Strong interpersonal skills 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 leadership level 6. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1 Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. 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. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-PS2 **Requisition ID** : 49859