Senior Production Process Coach — Lean & Kaizen Leader

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

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.