As a Supplier Quality Engineer (STA) – Powertrain, you will work closely with suppliers and Ford cross‑functional teams to ensure robust manufacturing processes, on‑time PPAP approval, capacity readiness, and continuous quality improvement. You will play a critical role in launch execution, supplier risk mitigation, and long‑term manufacturing excellence
Supplier Launch & Readiness
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Drive flawless launches at assigned supplier sites in collaboration with the Launch STA team.
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Lead supplier readiness activities including Schedule A, PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and manufacturing feasibility reviews.
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Escalate critical issues promptly and drive structured “date‑to‑green” recovery plans with suppliers and management.
Supplier Capacity & Risk Management
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Conduct on‑site supplier evaluations for priority commodities in line with the GPDS supplier engagement process.
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Support capacity studies with the Capacity Purchase team and Ford cross‑functional stakeholders.
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Review and approve supplier incremental tooling and capacity uplift plans in line with GCP study requirements.
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Monitor supplier capacity, production constraints, and 24/7 roster supply risks, including PPAPs beyond implementation timing.
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Review Capacity Analysis Reports (CARs) for compliance and drive corrective actions.
Quality & Manufacturing Excellence
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Drive robust supplier failure prevention using PFMEA, SCCAF, Control Plans (CP), and manufacturing health charts.
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Ensure supplier compliance to manufacturing health chart standards and support development of new health charts where required.
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Lead supplier compliance for special processes in collaboration with STA Technical Specialists.
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Drive continuous improvement through Q1 deployment, Q1 attainment/retention, MSA, SPC, and supplier training.
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Improve quality performance metrics including Q1, QR, TGW, R/1000, CPU, warranty reduction, and benchmarking.
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Apply structured problem‑solving methodologies such as G8D, SPC, Gage R&R, and statistical analysis.
Supplier Development & Issue Resolution
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Lead new supplier site evaluations and supplier risk assessments for new sourcing in support of GCST, including mitigation planning.
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Drive closure of supplier quality issues related to Stop Ship/Stop Build, BSAQ projects, and field actions.
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Ensure compliance with corporate processes, SIM requirements, and mandatory training.
Required
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent academic qualification.
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Strong working proficiency in English for collaboration with global teams.
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Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes related to assigned component commodities.
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Strong understanding of quality systems and structured problem‑solving tools.
Preferred / Recommended Experience
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Experience in supplier site assessments, APQP, PPAP, SPC, GD&T.
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Experience in quality systems, tools, and techniques.
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Project management and cross‑functional coordination experience.
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Supply risk or crisis management experience.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Commodity & Technical Experience
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Knowledge of Engine and Transmission assembly processes and systems:
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Fuel, cooling, exhaust, lubrication, valve train.
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Hands‑on experience with:
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Ferrous and aluminum casting
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Machining, forging, heat treatment
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Welding, coating, plating
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plastic injection molding
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stamping processes
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Experience with CQI requirements:
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CQI‑9 (Heat Treatment)
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CQI‑23 (Injection Moulding)
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CQI‑15 (Welding)
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CQI‑11 (Plating
