Process Coach Production - Supplemental

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

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Windsor seeks a dedicated production process coach to oversee safety and quality in their manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production lines, experience supervising unionized workforces, and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. This full-time role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficient resource utilization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Vacation Replacement.
• 3+ years of experience working in Production lines.
• Understanding of collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of safety by enforcing protocols.
• Maintain high standards by monitoring production processes.
• Optimize workflow and team coordination to meet schedules.

Skills

Production line supervision

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Microsoft Office skills

Unionized workforce experience

Education

College Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and results-driven individual to step into a production process coach role within our manufacturing operations. This position is critical to ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of daily production activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: College Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience:
  • 3+ years of experience working as a Vacation Replacement.
  • 3+ years of experience working in Production lines.
  • 3+ years of experience working with and supervising unionized workforce.
  • Understanding of CBA (collective bargaining agreement).

Preferred Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required).
• Experience:
  • Body shop/stamping/paint/subassembly experience preferred.
  • Safety and Quality experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Knowledge of constraint management principles.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
  • Microsoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook).
  • Note: This is a supplemental role (non-permanent) but full-time hours are offered.

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 this position include but are not limited to:

• Safety: Champion a culture of safety by enforcing protocols, conducting audits, and leading by example.
• Quality: Maintain high standards by monitoring processes, addressing defects, and driving continuous improvement.
• Cost: Support cost control initiatives through efficient resource utilization and waste reduction.
• Delivery: Ensure production schedules are met with minimal disruption, optimizing workflow and team coordination.
• Maintenance: Collaborate with maintenance teams to uphold equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• People: Lead and develop team members through coaching, performance feedback, and fostering a respectful, inclusive work environment.
• Environment: Promote sustainable practices and compliance with environmental regulations.