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Ford Motor Company

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Pretoria

AI generated summary

  • You need a BTECH in Mechanical Engineering, STA or IPQ experience, plant manufacturing background, 2+ years in the automotive industry, and strong skills in quality systems and communication.
  • You will support supplier quality issues, drive continuous improvement, assist with quality procedures, lead meetings, and act as a liaison between suppliers and plant management.

Requirements

  • BTECH: Mechanical Engineering
  • STA or Incoming Quality (IPQ) Experience.
  • Plant manufacturing experience.
  • Experience in Quality systems, tools, and techniques.
  • Strong communication and team building.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in automotive Industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Plant On site Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) support for Supplier Quality issues.
  • Support Plant Incoming Quality on incoming Quality issues and liaise with Suppliers for corrective actions.
  • Drive Supplier continuous improvement through Critical supplier process and monitor supplier performance.
  • Active leadership in Plant Quality Meetings and support in providing feedback for Supplier issues (Incoming and Warranty).
  • Execute Critical Supplier Process and drive continuous improvement plans with key contributing suppliers.
  • Participate in daily VRT meetings etc., Drive resolution of external supplier process warranty concerns (0 MIS) through ECB binning, supplier notification, and driving containment at the supplier.
  • Support QR (Quality Reject) procedures, by supporting concern binning, reviewing threshold QR’s, and providing support for dispute resolution.
  • Assist IQ with non-responsive suppliers.
  • Assist suppliers and plants in QR/PPM (Parts Per Million) data accuracy.
  • Administer part quality confirmation process for suppliers with repetitive containment failure.
  • Lead containment of special cause supplier process zero MIS BSAQ (Balanced Single Agenda for Quality) projects.
  • Support IPQ in Daily Plant Quality Meeting/Weekly Functional Quality Reviews.
  • Provide early notification to and engage STA Site team on potential stop shipments which are related to supplier process.
  • Provide support in containing supplier stop ship issue.
  • Assist STA Site team with vehicle on hold and release process tracking.
  • Work with Stop Ship Stakeholders to support proper root cause owner is identified for PAC (Prevent Action Closure).
  • Align with VRT (Variability Reduction Team) on SP (Supplier Process) BSAQ Glidepath values.
  • Monitor daily production report and provide notification to STA management for issues that require site STA awareness/intervention.
  • Act as direct PVT (Plant Vehicle Team) resident supplier representative and liaison between STA and plant management, lead supplier preparation for VQR’s (Vehicle Quality Review).

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the STA Resident Technician position?

The position requires a BTECH in Mechanical Engineering, STA or Incoming Quality (IPQ) experience, and plant manufacturing experience.

Is experience in the automotive industry necessary for this role?

Yes, a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the automotive industry is preferred.

What are the key responsibilities of the STA Resident Technician?

Key responsibilities include executing Critical Supplier Processes, participating in quality meetings, supporting Quality Reject procedures, leading containment projects, and acting as a liaison between suppliers and plant management.

What skills are necessary for this position?

Strong communication and team-building skills are essential, as well as experience with quality systems, tools, and techniques.

Will the STA Resident Technician be involved in supplier performance monitoring?

Yes, the technician will drive supplier continuous improvement and monitor supplier performance as part of their role.

What type of meetings will the STA Resident Technician participate in?

The technician will participate in daily VRT meetings and support quality meetings, including Weekly Functional Quality Reviews.

How does the STA Resident Technician handle quality issues related to suppliers?

The technician will support the resolution of supplier process warranty concerns and engage with suppliers to drive corrective actions.

Is there an expectation for the STA Resident Technician to lead projects?

Yes, the technician is expected to lead containment of special cause supplier processes and various improvement projects.

Will the STA Resident Technician provide support for stop shipments?

Yes, the technician will provide support in containing supplier stop ship issues and assist with the vehicle on hold and release process tracking.

Are there opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives in this role?

Yes, a significant part of the role involves driving continuous improvement plans with key suppliers.

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Ford Motor Company

Automotive
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10,001+
Employees
1903
Founded Year

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