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Ford Motor Company · 1 day ago

Subject Matter Expert Quality Operating System

Ford Motor Company is a global leader in the automotive industry, dedicated to building a better world through innovation. The Subject Matter Expert for Quality Operating Systems will drive operational excellence and continuous improvement, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance quality processes and ensure compliance across regional Powertrain plants.

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Responsibilities

Develop relationship with Plant Quality Manager and Quality Team Managers from Region Powertrain plant sites
Routine cadence of plant visits/Gemba activity across all regional Powertrain plants
Audit QPIP/QOS Procedures and Processes to validate Powertrain Plant QPIP Assessments
Manage Quality SAP PEP – Quality Plan for Every Plant
Update/Maintain Master Schedule Plan for Every Plant to Track Gaps Identified in QOS
Work with Manufacturing teams to resolve identified plant QPIP gaps from Quarterly Assessments
Assist in Auditing during Compliance Team audits for responsible region Powertrain plants
Attend Plant PICs and PQRs from Region as appropriate
Work with team and PTO PAC Coordinator for Closure of PAC Migration Plans with 3L5W and Migration One Pagers_
Teach/Coach plant teams - QOS, Adherence to Standard (especially new members)
Complete required training (personally assigned competency, quality tools)
Assist/create quality-related reports/summary material for QPM as needed
Attend/participate in plant Kaizens in Region as needed
Attend/Support other Quality initiatives requiring participation (ISO, Training)
Assist in identifying/implementing Quality Best Practices and escalate for Global Replication
Develop MQOS Scorecard Standardization Concept, Template, and Content to support Powertrain PQR/PIC
Coordinate/Montor Internal Audit Team Leads at Regional PTO Plants (Weekly share meetings)
Develop and summarize Quality metrics information as necessary for management reviews and special analysis projects
Work with plants to develop workplans to continuously improve plant Lean Maturity Model (LMM) status

Qualification

Quality Operating SystemsAdvanced Quality PlanningProcess Failure Mode Effects AnalysisQuality toolsProcessesSix Sigma ExperienceManufacturing experienceAnalytical skillsComputer proficiencyAutomotive vehicle systemsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
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
Understanding of failure mode avoidance methods including Quality History, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEAs), and DV/PV Plan
Previous Manufacturing and Quality experience
Self-motivated, capable of providing a clear vision for success, and motivated to deliver results
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others as part of a team
Strong organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic cross functional working environment and diverse team
Computer proficient in various Ford Motor Company systems
Working knowledge of automotive vehicle systems
Working knowledge of quality tools and processes
Consistent overnight travel to assembly plants is required

Preferred

Six Sigma Experience (Green Belt or Black Belt) a plus

Benefits

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.

Company

Ford Motor Company

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$16.23B
Key Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B

Leadership Team

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James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
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Efrat Barit
COO
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