Process Coach Production- Engine Assembly

Ford Motor; Windsor; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Windsor is seeking candidates for a manufacturing role focusing on safety, quality, and productivity. Applicants must have a college diploma or skilled-trade certificate, with experience in manufacturing and team supervision being key requirements. The position involves coaching team members, optimizing production, and ensuring effective communication. Flexibility in work shifts is necessary, and proficiency in Microsoft Office is desired. Candidates should be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• Must have a college diploma or skilled-trade certificate.
• Experience in manufacturing and supervising teams is essential.
• Candidates should be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Coach team members on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Optimize production throughput to meet objectives.
• Monitor production issues and respond accordingly.
• Verify safe and smooth operation of the production line.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure effective communication within the team.
• Perform supervisory duties and administration.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

CNC machining experience

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing

Experience with unionized workforce

Education

College Diploma or Skilled-Trade Certificate

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ford of Canada's operations include a national headquarters, three vehicle assembly and engine manufacturing plants, three parts distribution centres, and three Connectivity and Innovation centres. Ford employs approximately 7,000 people in Canada, while an additional 18,000 people are employees in the more than 400 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information, please visit www.ford.ca.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Education: College Diploma or Skilled-Trade Certificate of Qualification (CoQ). (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of completion for the highest level of education attained. If the diploma/degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required).

Experience:

• Experience working in manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Availability to work in shifts (morning/afternoon/evening) as required.

Preferred Requirements:

Education: Bachelors' degree in a related discipline.

• 1+ years’ experience working with and supervising unionized workforce and understanding of CBA. (collective bargaining agreement)
• Safety and Quality experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and constraint management principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,
• Microsoft Outlook).
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining experience (specific to Power Take-Off).
• Helium leak stand experience (specific to Power Take-Off).
• Adept problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• Effective organizational and administrative capabilities.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited does not sponsor work permit applications.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities for the position include but are not limited to:

• Coach team members on Safety, Quality, and Productivity to ensure objectives are met by adhering to standardized work.
• Optimize production throughput in alignment with budget and cost objectives.
• Monitor ANDON (a system to notify production issues) occurrences and serve as the initial responder for secondary support.
• Verify the production line's safe and smooth operation, and its output of quality parts, through Process Confirmation.
• Support Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) initiatives and coach problem resolution at the lowest possible level.
• Meet targets for First Time Through (FTT), inventory, cost, scrap, supply, and tooling expenses.
• Build the capability of both Team Leaders and Team Members.
• Create a conducive work environment that enables teams to complete their assigned responsibilities and tasks.
• Ensure effective communication and recognition within the team.
• Perform basic administration of supervisory duties and documentation.