Process Coach - Production

About Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited:

Ford of Canada’s operations include a national headquarters, three vehicle assembly and engine manufacturing plants, three parts distribution centers, and three Connectivity and Innovation centers. Ford employs approximately 7,000 people in Canada, while an additional 18,000 people are employed in the more than 400 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information, please visit www.ford.ca.

At Ford’s Oakville Assembly Complex, we are expanding and retooling to relaunch vehicle operations like never before. This is more than just a launch—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of vehicle manufacturing in Canada. Here, is where cutting-edge manufacturing processes will bring to life vehicles that embody unparalleled performance and unwavering dependability. At Ford Motor Company, we don’t just build vehicles; we craft the essential tools that empower businesses and individuals across the globe. Join us in creating the vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

The Role: 

You will lead a production team to drive a culture of excellence, focus, and collaboration. You will foster a positive culture and lead though example for all those you work with. Your team’s success will depend on your ability to ensure production schedules and quality targets are achieved across the department. You will deliver all department scorecard objectives, own processes, and ensure standardization across the department. Continuous improvement, interdepartmental communication, and driving the Ford Production System as a change agent will also be core functions in this role. 

You'll have ...

Education: 

• High School Diploma. 

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) years in manufacturing, supervisory or quality roles.
• Immediate and confirmed eligibility to travel to the United States for training.

• Successful candidates must be able to work all shifts; days, afternoons, midnights, and/or weekends, as needed.

Even better, you may have...

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related engineering field of study. (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:

• Supervisory experience in high-speed manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and constraint management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Prior experience managing a unionized work force.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• Proven ability to lead, empower and develop employees.
• Great communication and problem-solving skills, including Six Sigma.
  

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $74,000 - $124,000 and individuals may be eligible to participate in our Annual Compensation bonus program.

 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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