We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 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 around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love. 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. **What you'll do:** + Set strategy and lead development of New Fastening Technologies across our North American Plants including, but not limited to, Wireless Technology, Toolsnet 8 and DC tools. + Lead the development of Global Manufacturing Fastening Standards through new Procedures, Global Manufacturing Standards (GMR), StandardCells, Gap Strategies with Product Development, Standard Costing for Future Model Programs, DC Tooling CAD Library in Teamcenter andUpdates to GVOSS. + Lead the Development of Online and Offline Repair Strategies involving Wireless Tooling Reporting to the Quality Operating System. + Lead the learning and development of new fastening technologies for all Engineering teams across North America. + Lead 3rd Party Quality Auditors in Performing Yearly Audits at North American Plants for adherence to TISS Reports, Torque Routes, Fastening Procedures, Preventive Maintenance Status in Tool Tracker, TCNs and Torque Related Alerts. + Drive Cost Studies ensuring Plants have Residual Torque Equipment, Torque Test Benches, TISS, TPPS and Tool Tracker. + Lead torque data analysis and investigations with cross-functional teams. + Lead development of new fastening catalog and drive alignment across the enterprise. + Lead development of new fastening lab within Manufacturing Engineering. **Minimum Qualifications:** + BSc, Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent work experience. + 10+ years of direct experience within manufacturing + Experience with Fastening Standards Ability to manage multiple projects at once with great attention to detail **Preferred Qualifications:** + Knowledge and experience with fastening equipment, assembly equipment, or joint design strategy + Experience with various Tooling Suppliers – Atlas Copco, Stanley, Ingersoll Rand, Estic, etc. + Experience with ToolsNet8 + Experience with torque traces and data analytics + Experience working with cradle to grave tooling development + Experience implementing or auditing manufacturing requirements, standards, and procedures + Self-motivated, organized, hands-on, and collaborate individual + Willingness to work outside existing comfort zones + Ability to travel and interface with NA Manufacturing Plants + Strong problem-solving abilities + Strong interpersonal skills, presentation, and communication ability + Demonstrated initiative & capability to share technical expertise to their peers to assure the delivery of product programs 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 of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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. This position is a leadership level 6. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1 (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1\_\_;!!N\_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!GqCJc8rQCYumBfrKQMTJZQVVNz\_uer5iH0ni3zyMHhYkWD03oJGxtUTv8RQRQPxG1xvYVzMQNbhiC4N\_$) Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Domestic relocation assistance is 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-Onsite \#LI-MH5 **Requisition ID** : 48577