Production Supervisor

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 centers, and three Connectivity and Innovation centers. 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.careers.ford.com

At Ford’s Oakville Assembly Complex, we are expanding and retooling our vehicle operations like never before. This is more than just delivering a flawless new vehicle 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 of Canada, 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 in creating vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

What you'll do....

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• Perform supervisory production employees.
• Perform basic administration responsibilities such as vacation scheduling, attendance, payroll/timekeeping, and report writing.
• Coach safety, quality and productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized work.
• Use data analysis to support problem solving and decision making.
• Capable of assigning work to unionized hourly workforce and holding employees accountable for following processes pertaining to daily work assignments in terms safety, quality, and throughput.
• Optimize throughput in accordance with budgets and cost objectives.
• Monitor production process to ensure compliance and capability, ANDON, control points and other data.
• Through Process Confirmation, verify that the line is running safely, smoothly, and producing quality parts.
• Using a continuous improvement mindset to solve quality, production, safety and people problems in your zone.
• Meet FTT, inventory, cost, scrap, supply, and tooling expense targets.
• Create a collaborative and supportive work environment for the team members to excel
• Implement training for all team members.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Recognize and celebrate accomplishments.
• Address department Health and Safety concerns.
• Enforce compliance with government, industry, and corporate standards.

You'll have ...

Education: 

• High School 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 two (2) years in manufacturing, supervisory or quality roles.
• Immediate and confirmed eligibility to travel to travel within North America (Canada/United States of America)

• 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 $74,000.00 - $124,000.00 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!

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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