Job Description
At Ford Motor Company of Canada, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. And as you start your career journey, we also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. We’ve got incredible plans for the future of mobility – and your future, too! We’re working on some pretty amazing things, including autonomous and electric vehicles, data centers, micro services, and cloud computing.
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.
Responsibilities
What you’ll be able to do:
Step into a world-class manufacturing environment with the Manufacturing Ford College Graduate (FCG) Program. This is your ultimate launchpad for a dynamic and accelerated career, designed for ambitious, driven college graduates eager to make a tangible difference from day one. Our vision is clear: to develop tomorrow's leaders today – early career manufacturing leaders who will drive excellence, push boundaries, and engage communities, all while upholding our core principles of being Consistency Focused, Value Focused, and Fundamentals Focused.
As a Manufacturing FCG, you will embark on a comprehensive 3-year curriculum specifically designed to equip you with truly differentiating skills through:
- Rotational Assignments: Complete six 6-month rotations at Windsor and/or Essex Engine Plants, including required assignments in Materials Planning, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, and as a Production Supervisor, to build a holistic understanding of Ford Manufacturing. Three additional assignments will be tailored to your career interests, offering diverse experiences.
- Key Experiences: Beyond day-to-day assignments, you'll engage in foundational experiences that accelerate your growth, such as Kaizen events, community volunteering, and cross-functional capstone projects that deliver significant business value and drive innovation.
- Targeted Training: To cultivate you into a well-rounded leader, you'll participate in core training requirements essential for success in any Ford career path, including Problem Solving, Servant Leadership, Conflict Management, and advanced Managerial Skills.
- Dedicated Mentorship: To further enhance your business, technical, and professional skills, you will be assigned a dedicated mentor who will advise and guide you through your exciting 3-year FCG program journey.
We are committed to helping you transition into our high-performing, inclusive, and engaged workforce, instilling the qualities needed to drive the mobility solutions of tomorrow. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be strategically placed within the Manufacturing team to continue building your career and developing your expertise.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:
- Completion of Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. (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.)
- This position requires on-site presence, 5 days/week.
- Rotational assignments may require shift work, including days, afternoons and/or weekends as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Keen interest and passion in the Automotive and/or Manufacturing industry.
- Demonstrates curiosity and learning agility, adapting quickly to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced, hands-on environments.
- Demonstrates a ownership mindset and takes initiative.
- Excellent communication skills, including both written and verbal.
- Manages time and prioritizes tasks effectively, with strong attention to detail.
- High drive, ambition, initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Exhibits character, integrity, honesty, accountability, and trustworthiness
- Demonstrates a proficient team-player mindset, with the ability to build strong professional relationships, work independently and with varying levels of the organization.
- Passion for innovation and problem-solving.
