We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

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.

At Ford of Canada, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and selling high-quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community, and the world in which we live. We don’t just build vehicles; we craft the essential tools that empower businesses and individuals across the globe.

Ford was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress. As we look to the future and the changing needs of society, we are committed to becoming the world’s most trusted mobility company – delivering smart vehicles for a smart world. Join our team as we create tomorrow! We believe in putting people first, working together, and facing challenges head-on. Join us at the Windsor Engine Plant/Essex Engine Plant in creating vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

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.
   

You'll have... 

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (CAEC)

Experience:

• 2+ years’ experience working in Production lines.

• 1+ years’ experience working with and supervising unionized workforce and understanding of CBA (collective bargaining agreement)

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• Availability to work in shifts (morning/afternoon/evening) as required.
   

Even better, you may have...

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:

• Experience in body shop, stamping, paint, subassembly, or machining preferred.

• Safety and Quality experience preferred.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and constraint management principles.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook).

• Prior experience managing a unionized workforce.

• 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.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team. This is a supplemental role (non-permanent) but full-time hours are offered.

The hourly salary range for this position is $35.75/hour to $51.21/hour.

Our focus is to build the best team. If you think you can bring value to Ford, love to collaborate, prioritize and aim to deliver excellence in everything you do, we encourage you to apply!

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.

We thank all candidates 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.

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