We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up daily, 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 Manufacturing team, you'll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants worldwide, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to increase efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
The Automation Engineering Specialist-Paint Application is part of a cross-shift automation team responsible for operating paint automation, including, but not limited to, the sealer, prime, and enamel processes.
What you'll do...
Utilize available tools (FIS, QLS, Maximo, etc.) to optimize the operations of the paint automation to meet the quality and volume targets.
Provide SME support to the Maintenance and Production Teams to optimize the operations.
Lead projects to improve the overall operations and accommodate future models.
Assist with the development and execution of preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure equipment uptime targets are met.
Provide input on new equipment design and purchasing support for new models and equipment launches.
Support Work Group and Department meetings regarding equipment improvement and JPH actions.
Work in a rotatingAWS shift environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Work on either a 5x8 or 4-Crew 12 Hr/Day rotation.
You'll have...
Associate's Degree
3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
3+ years of experience with PLC Logic and Controls Programming
Experience with Paint Automation (Fanuc, ABB, Durr)
Even better, you may have...
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Controls or Automation Engineering Fanuc and/or Kawasaki Robot Programming/Application experience
A history of working successfully with skilled trades Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
Body Shop and/or Paint experience
Prior experience reviewing prints, using AutoCAD, and interpreting and modifying electrical schematics
Demonstrated leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills
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 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 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.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD
This position is a range of salary grades 7 or 8.
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.
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