VOME is a cross-functional team having the Ford Application Process Ford Application Process primary responsibility to plan for and implement the launch of new vehicle programs at assembly plants. The Manufacturing Engineer - Industrial Designer candidate will be a part of this team and be responsible for technical ergonomic support for New Model Programs.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.Responsibilities:
Deliver Ergonomic Delivery Quality Operating System requirements for your specific Future Model Program.
Collaborate with Product Development team to generate facility & tooling costs, improve quality, and reduce labor requirements.
Use virtual tools to evaluate the ergonomics of new model designs for high volume assembly operations.
Lead identification, resolution, and closure of FAE ergonomic issues.
Evaluate tooling, workstations and MPL delivery methods for ergonomic compliance. In addition, support tooling and racking buy-offs @ vendor facilities.
Lead identification, resolution, and closure of all launch product and tooling ergonomic issues.
Identify “Ergonomic Lessons Learned" from New Model launches and implement Prevent Reoccurrence Actions into future programs.
Support Department Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation (SQDCPMEI) initiatives Interface with cross-functional activities (Product Development, Supplier Technical Assistance, Material Planning & Logistics, New Model Programs).
Evaluate product, process and workstation data for ergonomic compliance through the virtual and physical build milestones.
Support Product Development Engineering (PD) in Block & Packaging reviews to provide engineers with technical information on Ergonomic principles and assist in the integration of these principles in process, and product design.
Support PD and VO Manufacturing Engineering in virtual builds identifying high risk operations that impact design, process, and workstation on new model programs.
Lead design specification and requirement development in FEDE with coordination of the appropriate PD groups.
Utilize the appropriate and approved ergonomic assessment tools to identify and ensure Ergonomic compliance.
Complete Virtual Workstation Readiness Evaluations to evaluate Allocations, Safety, Error Proofing, Ergonomics, Tooling and Equipment, and Material Flow requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
BSc – Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Industrial Design or Engineering equivalent
Extensive use of ergonomic analysis tools (Jack Siemens human modeling software)
Process Simulate/Jack/HandPak/NIOSH/Snook/Energy Expenditure/RULA
2+ years of experience applying Ergonomic Principles in a Manufacturing Environment
2+ years of experience Automotive Manufacturing Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to support launch programs on extended travel
Strong Project Management skills and result oriented mindset
Strong computer skills (Excel, Power Point, etc.)
3D CAD review abilities (Teamcenter, VisMockup, FEDE, or equivalent)
Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills
Ability to operate in stressful situations within timing constraints
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision
Working knowledge of statistics (control charts, data collecting, etc.)
Knowledge in the following Ford software systems: AVBOM, WERS, GSPAS/APT, Teamcenter, E2KS, AIM, CPARS
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!What you'll receive in return: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://clicktime.symantec.com/15tStcASKTKvsQi4hFVWu?h=n-8Zc7OPvXYggKmSXFARRW6iZMiZjP77b-aidtZ3Obs=&u=https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHDVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.Relocation assistance 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.#LI-OnsiteRequisition ID : 35512