Paint Engineering Specialist, Controls - KTP

Ford Motor Company - Louisville, Kentucky

Position Summary:

Job Duties  
 

• Use Vis Plant monitoring software to review cycle times of automation, review and follow up automation project's and installations.
• Troubleshoot PLC, robot, and other automation problems.
• Update program backups for automation.
• Program new installations of Body tooling and conveyor systems.
• Reprogram automation for engineering changes and improvements

 
Minimum Requirements:  
 

• Electrical Background (electrician or technician)
• 5+ years of related experience
• High School Diploma.

 
Preferred Requirements:   
 

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Fanuc robot experience
• Allen Bradley Panel View use/programming AB Servo and AB VFD drives.
• Familiarity with VFD’s, Armor starts, encoders, network/Ethernet controls.
• Strong problem solving background must include 8D's, FMEAs, and DMAIC's
• Must be able to independently troubleshoot all body equipment and continuously evaluate equipment for improvement for quality and delivery
• Kawasaki programming, RS Logics, Microsoft office.
• PLC
• Ability to read prints, AutoCAD, interpret and modify electrical schematics.
• Experienced in laser burning.
• Strong understanding of conveyors system programming and body tooling techniques, in addition to networking understanding, DH+, Ethernet, remote IO.
• Ability to read blueprints
• Simulation modeling exposure.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills
• Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
• DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience
• TQM and Kaizen Methods
• FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experience
• Visual Factory Management
• Able to coordinate automation campaigns.
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in ONE FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills.

 
 
The distance between imagination and …. Creation.   It can be measured in years of innovation, or in moments of brilliance.    And, it can be a road you start traveling right now.   When you join Ford Motor Company, your journey begins.   You become part of a team that is already leading the way, with ingenious solutions and attainable products – and it is always ready to go further.
 
At Ford Motor Company, the distance between you and an amazing career has never been shorter.    Join the Ford team today, and discover the benefits, rewards and development opportunities you’d expect from a diverse global leader.
  
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.  Visa sponsorship is not available  for   this position.
 
Ford Motor Company is 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. Ford Motor Company also is committed to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment such persons.  

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Posted: 30+ days ago

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