Paint Quality Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Paint Quality Engineer improving Ford vehicle paint quality, process stability, and defect reduction. Supporting audits, warranty analysis, and cross-functional assembly plant operations.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Management Systems, root-cause analysis, and Lean manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on automotive paint shop operations and compliance with ISO standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvements and reduce defects.

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Quality Management System ComplianceRoot-Cause Analysis (8D)Lean Manufacturing ProcessesPaint Shop OperationsCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

Root-Cause AnalysisQuality Management SystemLean ManufacturingProcess Control PlansPaint Shop MaterialsAutomated Spray Booth EquipmentOEM Paint Process GuidelinesISO Regulatory ComplianceData AnalysisCorrective and Preventive Actions

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationLeadership

Industry Keywords

Automotive AssemblyPaint Shop OperationsOEM Paint EngineeringTier 1 Paint SupplierISO AuditsVariation Reduction TeamFirst Time Through (FTT)Uniform Paint Process (UPP)Quality StandardsProcess Performance Monitoring

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze warranty and quality data to identify recurring defects, failure trends, customer concerns, and opportunities to reduce warranty costs and repeat issues
Support ISO and quality audits by ensuring processes, documentation, and records meet required quality standards
Drive corrective actions for audit findings
Lead Variation Reduction Team (VRT) activities to identify process variation and conduct root-cause analysis
Implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions
Govern the Uniform Paint Process (UPP) by monitoring process performance
Reduce paint defects and variation and drive continuous process improvements
Develop and maintain Process Control Plans (PCPs) defining critical process controls, inspection requirements, reaction plans, and quality standards
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to solve complex quality issues, improve process capability, and prevent recurring defects
Support First Time Through (FTT) improvements and reduce top paint defects such as dirt in paint, chips, and scratches
Assist with ISO and Ford QOS audit readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or associate degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent practical experience and demonstrated technical qualification
3 to 7+ years of hands-on experience in automotive assembly plant paint shop operations, OEM paint engineering, or Tier 1 paint/chemical supplier technical service
Hands-on experience driving Quality Management System compliance
Experience with root-cause analysis (8D)
Experience with Lean manufacturing processes
Strong experience with paint shop materials, chemicals, and automated spray booth equipment
Proficiency in OEM paint process guidelines, standardized coating quality controls, and ISO regulatory compliance
Strong cross-functional leadership skills
Ability to manipulate complex data sets to identify root causes and drive actionable engineering changes
Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time