Warehouse Supervisor/ Process Coach

Ford Motor; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer based in Southwestern Ontario is seeking a manager for their Parts Distribution Centre. The role involves leading and managing a unionized workforce, setting objectives for safety and quality, and ensuring efficient material handling processes. Candidates should possess a college diploma and organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. Competitive compensation is offered alongside the opportunity to work within a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Successful candidates must provide proof of their degree completion.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is advantageous.
• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage unionized hourly personnel.
• Deliver safety, quality, cost, and productivity objectives.
• Ensure proper utilization of manpower.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Conflict management

Ability to multitask

Education

College Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

SAP-EWM or similar WMS

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

The Paris Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) is one of three Canadian PDCs that receives and distributes thousands of automotive service parts to our dealers across Canada, and is an integral part of the Ford Motor Company organization.

If you have the drive and want the excitement of a challenging career opportunity, please submit your application no later than December 31 at 11:59 PM. A resume is required as part of your application.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: College Diploma or equivalent. ( 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:
  • Currently – the opening is afternoon shift however, ability to work any shift as well as rotating shifts and weekends is required.
  • Capable of assigning work to unionized hourly workforce and holding employees. accountable for following processes pertaining to daily work assignments in terms of safety, quality, and throughput.
  • Proficient organizational and administrative skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Adept problem-solving and conflict management skills.

Preferred Requirements

• Education:Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Operations, Transportation & Logistics, Supply Chain Management & Information Systems, Applied Engineering Science, Packaging Engineering, or Business Management.
• Experience:
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Safety and MP&L experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of constraint management principles.
  • Familiarity with SAP-EWM or similar WMS.
  • Microsoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook).
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

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

• Lead and manage unionized hourly personnel.

  • Carry out Company practice/policy in the areas of work expectation, discipline, training, and personnel administration.
  • Responsible for delivering objectives related to Safety, Cleanliness, Quality, Cost and Productivity
  • Encourage a positive working relationship with UNIFOR employees and Leadership, including fair and equal administration of the contract.
  • Calculate daily labor hour requirements to ensure proper utilization of manpower (including any overtime and vacation).
  • Coach Safety, Quality and Productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized work.
  • Create a conducive work environment for employees to complete their assigned responsibilities / tasks.
• Support Continuous Improvement and coach problem resolution to the lowest level.
• Build employee capability, communication & recognition.
• Responsible for the daily material handling functions for the facility.
• Ensure proper material flow from receiving dock, to warehouse storage location, to the delivery of product to customers
• Provide direction and support in the allocation of resources in order to appropriately cover material handling responsibilities
• Ensure flawless flow of parts through proactive planning and cross-functional communication