Seeking a Subject Matter Expert in Rubber Molding for Ford's STA team. Role involves technical expertise to ensure quality and continuous improvements in rubber processing and manufacturing.
Responsibilities
Serve as a technical authority for rubber components (including mixing, molding, adhesion, and testing) and related special manufacturing processes.
Lead and support technical problem-solving efforts for quality issues (e.g., Stop Ships, Field Actions, QRs), production supply challenges, and warranty concerns related to rubber molded parts including onsite visits.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in materials, manufacturing processes, methods, and equipment for rubber molding.
Develop and deliver technical training to provide mentoring and consulting to internal teams and suppliers on best practices in rubber manufacturing processes and rubber materials.
Interface with Product Development and Supplier teams to provide expert input on design for manufacturing feasibility for new rubber component designs including work on new technology projects and related forums.
Ensure the implementation of robust quality planning and execution tools within the supply chain, upholding supplier quality standards for rubber products.
Work with Supplier Partners by routine onsite assessments and forward model reviews for new programs.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science/Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
5+ years experience with rubber processing and manufacturing.
Experience in Project Management and/or major program launches.
Knowledge of problem solving and process improvement.
Ability to speak and write in English fluently to effectively communicate with global teams.
Ability to travel up to 70%.
MS in engineering (preferred)
Preferred 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing process(es), with a significant portion of this experience dedicated manufacturing processes and process control relevant to rubber molding.
Preferred knowledge of and experience in tire building and construction including Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) regulations.
Experience in individual and team coaching, mentoring and development.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office applications to generate professional charts, graphs, presentations, and reports.
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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.
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