Jobs at Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa

Job Description
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA)

• Strong leadership and team management skills 
• Advanced analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Critical Thinking -Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Expertise in material planning, supply chain logistics, and quality control
• Proven ability to manage complex supplier and dealership relationships   
• Self-starter capable of operating independently on multiple tasks while ensuring Project deadlines are met. 
• Outstanding written & verbal presentation skills required for external & Senior Management interaction. 
• Ability to simplify complex issues, develop a compelling point of view and persuasively make a case for change that leads to action.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure

Responsibilities
POSITION DETAILS

• Operations Management: Lead Export Operations to achieve the Order to Invoice metrics, Safety, Building & Equipment Maintenance, Dealer support Group, IT coordination and Cycle count operation. Provide strategic solutions to the operations to meet Ford Production System requirements. Manage all service providers supporting operations including SOW development, contract sign off and regular KPI tracking and escalations
• Dealer Network Interaction: Maintain strong, proactive relationships with dealerships to understand their needs and challenges, ensuring high levels of service and support.
• Profit Analysis: Conduct detailed profit and loss analyses to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Quality Control: Uphold stringent quality standards in all operations, with a keen focus on manufacturing and engineering processes.
• Operational Planning and Forecasting: Lead strategic operational planning and forecasting to address market changes and potential issues with parts availability, including new depot and new operations management system launch
• People Management: Direct and develop a team committed to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Supply Chain Management: Oversee the entire supply chain from supplier management to parts distribution, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all processes.

Qualifications

• Degree/National Diploma/B-Tech in Logistic or related field 
• Excellent communication skills (Written & Verbal)
• 7-8 years’ experience in Parts Supply & Logistics
• Customer care – beneficial

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Job Description
Responsibilities:

• Primarily responsible for Planning and implementation of production processes and facilities for all new model Launch & Facility activities for Bodyshop, Frame assembly at the Silverton Assembly Plant. Responsible for working with cross-functional teams (PD, STA, Suppliers, VME advanced Engineering and Facilities Engineering) to achieve LQOS deliverables for new model launch. Provide guidance to plant launch engineering team on new model engineering requirements. Responsible for coordinating and supporting Body VME related activities Key, but not restricted to, responsibilities of the position are as follows: -
• Execution of projects to within expected quality outputs and in compliance with South Africa legal requirements, coordinate Projects, resources, equipment and information in line with project scope and definition.
• Coordination works of contractors, conduct safety interventions & control execution of the work, prepare validation plans for all project steps, ensure prior job commencement, Manage The Change is issued and approved by plant, as well as the validation plans
• To deliver project work as per customers requirements, timing and applicable standard, Engineer to:
• Prepare the Scope of Works for the BCE facility projects, raise in the system Requisition Requests, conduct suppliers technical evaluation, work with buyer to ensure Purchase Order raised on-time
• Prepare project planning, status review and reporting
• Support creation of manufacturing automation processes using control system design, application, and validation experience.
• Conduct Process and Tooling design reviews.
• Support development of process sheets, PFMEAs and control plans. 
• Simulate and validate system dynamics 
• Liaise with contractors and internal customers to clarify and define project requirements, scope and objectives.
• Monitor and track project’s progress and handle any issues that arise but following Buy off book processes.
• Support launch process and ensure tooling and process meets quality, safety and cycle time expectations.
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status adequately to all participants
• Use project management tools to monitor working hours, budget, plans and money spend
• Ensure all appropriate legal paperwork is received on time as part of buyoff processes
• Ensure compliance to OSH and Driven machinery acts
• Report and escalate to management as needed
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports
• Participating in regular core team meetings in line with overall project status and deadlines
• Coordination of the design approvals, pre-acceptance, final inspection and buy off.

Responsibilities

• Improve part and assemble quality from data analysis
• Drive improvement of overall assembly quality with the aim to achieve nominal assembly specification.
• Ensure fixture integrity and measurement are achieved efficiently and timeously
• Drive incoming quality and ensure part integrity are monitored to identify abnormalities
•  Improve process capability and eliminate variation from the manufacturing process to ensure a stable a capable part and process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or PROVEN relevant experience 
• 4-5 years Of PROVEN motor industry or related work experience in Process engineering and Automated facility implementation 
• PROVEN experience in Design & Commissioning (e.g., performance tuning, loop checkout, etc.)
• Experience in Troubleshooting (e.g. root cause failure analysis and correction)
• Strong knowledge of Body and Stamping construction processes, quality monitoring equipment technology, performance, and design principles
• PROVEN Experience in Preparation of SOW, conducting safety analysis, FMEA requirements, lead design reviews / buyoff at supplier site and support implementation of facilities.
• PROVEN knowledge and application of OSH and Ford manufacturing safety processes
• Project Management experience and MS Project are must.
• Siemens Team center knowledge Beneficial 
• AutoCAD & 3D CAD package experience 

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Job Description
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

Foster functional & Technical Excellence

• Know and have a passion for our business and our customers.
• Demonstrate and build functional and technical excellence.
• Ensure process discipline.
• Have continuous improvement in philosophy and practice.

Own Working Together

• Believe in skilled and motivated people working together.
• Include everyone, respect, listen to, help, and appreciate others.
• Build strong relationships/be a team player/develop ourselves & others.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and candidly.

Role Model Ford Values

• Show initiative, courage, integrity, and good corporate citizenship.
• Improve quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Have a can-do, find-a-way attitude and emotional resilience.
• Enjoy the journey & each other.  Have fun – never at others ‘expense.

Delivery Results years 

• Deal positively with our business realities and develop compelling & comprehensive plans while keeping an eye on the enterprise’s view.
• Set high expectations and inspire others. 
• Make sound decisions using facts and data.
• Hold ourselves and others responsible and accountable for  delivering results and satisfying our customers.

Responsibilities

• Reading diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures. 
• Installing stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans using hand and power tools.
• Inspecting and examining machinery and equipment to detect irregularities and malfunctions.
• Adjusting machinery and repairing or replacing defective parts. 
• Operating machine tools to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance, or set-up of machinery.
• Ensuring operating safety devices function properly on completion of repairs, modifications, and installations. 
• Sharpening and maintaining machine tools 
• Participating in the Preventive Maintenance program on all equipment for the continuous improvement of all machines. 
• Keeping detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation 
• Cleaning, lubricating, and performing other routine maintenance work on machinery 
• Adhering to workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliances 
• Maintaining a clean and environmentally safe work area 
• Performing other related duties as assigned
• Ensure completion of weekly Dock Level Preventive Maintenance. 
• Liaise with service contract and facilitate completion of Monthly Goods lift Preventive Maintenance. 
• Ensure completion of all portable electrical equipment’s preventive maintenance.
• Ensure completion of DB boards Preventive maintenance. 
• Maintenance of Dock Levelers 
• Maintenance of fast rollers door systems
• Maintenance of BTU’s (Battery trip Units)
• Maintenance of electrical equipment and installation of PMHV chargers

Qualifications

• N4 Plus Trade Test Certificate (Millwright)
• A Diploma is advantageous with a Millwright Trade
• 2-3 years of Maintenance experience in the Automotive industry.
• Physical ability to lift up to 13.5kg

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Job Description

• Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products
• Implement interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D, 6 panel tools etc.
• Manage and direct statistical process control activities
• Knowledge of and ability to execute measurement systems analysis & variable data analysis
• Identify sources of variation within a production environment effectively and efficiently
• Establish tolerance limits and facilitate appropriate corrective actions
• Establish and monitor quality target levels for each build
• Provide input for design and assembly concepts which will yield nominal variations
• Establish critical characteristics for gauging and measuring data collection methods
• Determine inspection equipment and facility requirements
• Support expedited concern resolution with cross functional teams including the Quality Department, Production and Suppliers
• Review internal/external suppliers for critical characteristics process compatibility
• Review incoming quality concerns to maintain quality with assigned area
• Must have experience with initiating containment, determining root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions 

Responsibilities

• Use company and industry standard processes and tools to plan, design, manage, and utilize gauges for measurement of components and assemblies.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance principles.
• Interpret data from inspection equipment and recommend responses
• Ensure gauge calibration; certification; and repeatability and reproducibility
• Determine locators and measuring points
• Verify tolerance/engineering specifications
• Develop dimensional/product/process controls plans
• Define and conduct machine process capability analyses

Qualifications

• National Diploma or degree: In Engineering Related Field
• 5 – 10 Years Manufacturing & Dimensional Experience
• Knowledge, setup and operation of CMM / Scanning Measurement equipment
   

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Job Description
We are currently seeking for an employee, who demonstrates the following attributes and behaviours:

• Regulatory Knowledge specific to BBBEE
• Analytical Skills
• Process optimization and automation
• Attention to detail
• Strategic Thinking
• Communication and Collaboration

Responsibilities
Primary Duties

• Ensure Preferential Procurement target is reached through a robust strategy 
• Lead the annual BBBEE audit for Preferential Procurement
• Deliver ESD (Enterprise/Supplier Development) target points
• Identify compliant ESD Suppliers for the BBBEE committee to interview and review for grants/loans
• Use AI tools to improve efficiency and time savings. This will enable leadership to make enhanced decisions. 
• Ensure all paperwork, approval documents, supplier agreements, quotes, invoices are in place
• Conduct annual audits at grant/loan recipients
• Manage the BBBEE fleet vehicles. Ensure all contracts are signed and filed 
• Manage the BBBEE SharePoint
• Participate and/or lead projects with the AITF, Tasez , AIDC and Incubatees at the incubation centre
• Ensure tri-party agreements are in place with the AIDC and Tier1 suppliers

Secondary Duties

• Support the Strategy Team with various ad hoc projects for example benchmark studies, South Africa specific training.
• Support the Strategy Team with actions to improve supplier relationships
• Continuously monitor and report on the regional and global geopolitical climate and automotive news

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Supply chain management, Procurement, Business administration, Law)
• Specialized certification (BBBEE compliance training, Compliance & Governance courses (South African context)
• Additional skills (Data analysis, reporting. Understanding of Preferential Procurement and Enterprise Development

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Job Description
We are currently seeking for a graduate, who demonstrates the following attributes and behaviours:

• Innovative
• Self-motivated
• Adaptable
• Goal-oriented
• Committed to excellence
• Collaborative team player
• Strong Finance Capabilities
• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, etc
• Presentation Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Ability to work in cross functional teams

Responsibilities
Requirements/eligibility to apply:

• Applicants are required to have successfully completed their degree in their discipline with a pass rate of 65% or higher.
• Applicants who have not yet concluded their studies, will not be considered for the program.
• Applicants need to be between the ages of 18-35.

Applications will only be considered if they are complete with ALL the following documents attached:

• Detailed CV
• Copy of ID Document
• Copy of Matric Certificate
• Copy of all University Academic Transcripts
• Qualification Certificate(s)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Accounting or Economics

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Job Description

• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Microsoft Suite Literacy [Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power Bi, Power Apps etc.]
• Good teamwork ability
• Self-motivated and results driven Individual
• Problem solving techniques and Root Cause Analysis 
• Should be able to work shifts & overtime as and when required
• Enable a culture of learning through demonstration of effective communication skills.
• Enable and be a part of a proactive performance driven culture that listens, reacts, and supports effective communication, education, and trust to capture the hearts and minds of the people.
• Basic CAD Knowledge (Inventor, SolidWorks, Fusion)
• Be willing to be a part of job rotations (Versatility)

Responsibilities

• Maintenance Operational Strategies such as RCM and TPM.
• Maintenance Execution Strategies such as CdM and PdM
• CMMS [Maximo] system operation
• Six Sigma Analysis Techniques 
• Power Bi, Power Apps and other Digitalization tools 
• Inventory Management and Optimization techniques [ABC/XYZ]
• CAD and 3D printing tools [Inventor]
• Attend all mandatory training
• Create and Understand MFMEA’s and PFMEA’s

Qualifications
Requirements/eligibility to apply:

• Applicants are required to have successfully completed their degree in their discipline with a pass rate of 65% or higher.
• National Diploma/Degree: Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronic Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Applicants who have not yet concluded their studies, will not be considered for the program.

• Applicants need to be between the ages of 18-35.
• Detailed CV
• Copy of ID Document
• Copy of Matric Certificate
• Copy of all University Academic Transcripts