Quality Analyst

Job Description

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. What will you make today?

As part of our Quality team, good is never good enough. Ford Quality shares your passion for striving for perfection. We’re responsible for driving continuous improvement efforts that enable Ford to deliver the highest quality products and services. Work cross functionally and closely with integrated teams in Manufacturing, Product Development, Purchasing and Supplier Technical Assistant.

In this position...

Interface with suppliers -incoming quality issues, root cause analysis, closure of 8D’s, chargeback information, coordinate part sorts and some supplier visits.

Some qualified candidates may be considered for other Quality Department Roles based on experience and personal strengths. Other potential position assignment may include Internal Auditing, Quality Analyst and QOSC Process Coach.

Grade level of position is GSR6-8 (promotion eligible)

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

• Coordinate during quality concerns containment actions, dock holds, special checks to eliminate any impact to customer.
• Prepare standard reports for Quality reviews within the plant and with other areas.
• Review rejected parts for quality integrity and decide next steps. Issue daily Incoming Quality report.
• Lead/Support 8D resolution of concerns that are supplier Quality issues.
• Support expedited concern resolution with cross functional teams including Machining, Production and Suppliers
• Review incoming quality concerns to maintain quality with assigned area; must have experience with initiating containment, determining root cause and implementing corrective actions.
• Liaise with Tier1 Suppliers on their part supplier quality concerns.
• Make quality calls that are in line with the customer acceptance level.
• Raise quality concerns into GSAR QR Systems
• Pull part drawing / CAD to check suspect parts against specification.
• Raise Concern Reports for all concerns and follow up until closure with G8D's based on data.
• Review and analyze Supplier 8D reports
• Work with supplier to arrange shipment of defective/suspect parts back to suppliers if needed.
• Co-ordinate part sorting in plant as well as at brake point from Tier1 supplier support production.
• Manage all 3rd party sorting action and send daily reports on status.
• Track all ageing part concerns - 30 days and more.
• Sort parts for defects until supplier arrive at Ford to take over sorting function by hiring 3rd party to continue sorting activities.
• Resolution of Quality concerns component supplier, Product Development, STA in a timely manner not to affect production output.
• Managing conflict between affected parties.
• Decision making on liability of defect.
• Effective managing of suspect parts to protect customer.
• Managing of Quality reports tracking and binning.
• Visit and coach suppliers if needed.
  
  
  

Qualifications

You'll have...

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in Quality Engineering
• Demonstrated experience in accomplishing tasks and objectives
• Proven problem-solving ability
• Previous Incoming Quality Supervision
• Microsoft Office Knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint)
  
  
  

Even better, you may have...

• Bachelor’s degree in related field of Quality
• Previous automotive and quality analysis experience
  
  
  

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, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.
  
  
  

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD

Grade level of position is GSR6-8 (promotion eligible)

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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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.

About Us

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

About The Team

We build world-class vehicles in our plants around the world, constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. It’s our people who really make the difference. We encourage all of our employees to think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.