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...** As a Supplier Technical Assistant (STA) engineer, you will be responsible for industrializing and managing the "Quality" and "Capacity" of commodities at Tier 1 Supplier sites during the launch of new model programs and in-series production. This includes working on Exterior Lighting Hardware and Electronics, ensuring that we source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while maintaining optimal costs and on-time delivery. Your role will involve collaborating closely with suppliers to establish a robust supply chain that supports the continuous production of vehicles that meet customer demands. You will be tasked with overseeing the quality assurance processes and capacity management at supplier locations, ensuring that they meet Ford's stringent standards. This position requires flexibility to travel within North America, Mexico, and Canada, with travel expectations of up to 3-4 days per week, depending on your assigned supplier site locations. **What you'll do...** + Serve as a single point of contact for assigned supplier sites, accountable for site performance for new product launch and ongoing part quality. + Provide technical support to aid in improving quality systems and lead all quality concern resolution for suppliers and Ford plant. + Support the supplier to be certified (ISO, IATF, Q1 ) for a better performance. Ensure all their documentation APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) / PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and review that they match as each other. + Drive Supplier Process capacity actions execution, Capacity issues resolution, capability verification & risk mitigation working Supplier leadership teams. + Drives engagement of Top Poor Performing Suppliers and Quality performance improvement. + Drives Flawless launches globally, by ensuring external suppliers are robustly prepared to support new programs through effective deployment of APQP / PPAP disciplines. + Escalates capability shortfalls and supports cross-functional mitigation activities. + Providing supporting sourcing process to supply chain. You'll have... + Bachelor of Science/ Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. + At least 5 years of experience in the Automotive Industry + Be proficient in English when working with global teams + Knowledge of manufacturing processes(es) of the responsible component commodities (Exterior Lighting / Electronics, Ford Electronics Manufacturing Requirements (FEMR), Ford EDS Wiring Manufacturing Requirements (FEWMR), Ford Special Process Standards (Ex. CQI-23 for injection parts) + Knowledge of Problem Solving and Quality systems and tools + Flexibility (coaching, teaching and support) to suppliers Even better, you may have... + Interact with a Wide Range of Internal Customers and Technical Issues + Problem-solving + Developing Robust Industrialization Plans + Lead assigned suppliers in implementation of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) + Robust execution of Manufacturing Feasibility assessments, PFMEA, Special Characteristics (SCCAF) and Control Plans. + Measurement Systems Analysis (GR&R) + CAR Capacity Analysis Report (tool to analyze capacity line /equipment tooling) + Health Charts & Manufacturing Process Standards compliance and validation of implementation on supplier’s production/manufacturing 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! **Requisition ID** : 50280