Senior Process Coach Production

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

Job summary

An international automotive manufacturer in Windsor, Ontario, is seeking candidates for a role requiring a College Diploma and a minimum of 2 years in Engineering or Manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include coaching Manufacturing Work Groups, applying operating systems, and coordinating continuous improvement activities. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills, working in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Engineering or Manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience, demonstrating leadership.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Constraint Management principles.

Responsibilities

• Coach and support Manufacturing Work Groups (MWG).
• Understand and consistently apply standard manufacturing operating systems.
• Support Work Groups for countermeasures of abnormalities.
• Validate operational needs to ensure quality production.
• Plan and coordinate Kaizen activities for improvement.
• Foster effective communication and recognition.
• Build capability of Team Leaders and Members.
• Create a conducive work environment.
• Coordinate maintenance activities for safety and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Lean Manufacturing

Education

College Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or 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. (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:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Engineering or Manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience, demonstrating leadership.
• Availability to work in shifts (morning/afternoon/evening).

Preferred Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience:

• Engine experience preferred: Prior experience in engine manufacturing, assembly, or related engineering.
• Safety and Quality experience preferred: Experience implementing and maintaining safety protocols and quality standards.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Constraint Management principles.
• Proven proficiency in analytical and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, Six Sigma, root cause analysis), with a track record of resolving complex operational issues.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

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:

• Coaching and Support: Coach and support Manufacturing Work Groups (MWG).
• System Application: Understand and consistently apply standard manufacturing operating systems.
• Countermeasure Support: Support Work Groups for short-term and long-term countermeasures of all abnormalities.
• Operational Validation: Validate and bridge operational needs as required to ensure the production line is running safely, smoothly, and producing quality parts.
• Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) Coordination: Strategically plan and coordinate Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) activities to achieve Safety, Quality, and Productivity objectives.
• Communication and Recognition: Foster effective communication and recognition.
• Capability Building: Build Team Leader and Team Member capability.
• Work Environment Creation: Create a conducive work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities and tasks.
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinate maintenance activities, prioritizing resources to ensure safety and quality.