Manufacturing Specialist Controls

Ford of Canadas 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 7000 people in Canada while an additional 18000 people are employees in the more than 400 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information please visit .

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

• FIS Monitoring:Analyze automation cycle times and manage project installations using Factory Information Systems software.
• Technical Troubleshooting:Diagnose and resolve complex PLC robotics and automation system malfunctions.
• Backup Management:Maintain and update secure program backups for all automation equipment.
• System Programming:Develop and implement programming for new machining gantry and conveyor installations.
• Process Optimization:Reprogram automation systems to support engineering changes and continuous improvements.
• Campaign Coordination:Lead and organize automation-specific maintenance and upgrade initiatives.

Minimum requirements:

Education: College Diploma or Skilled-Trade Certificate of Qualification (CoQ). (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of completion for the highest level of education attained. If the diploma/degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required).

Experience:

• 1 years experience working with PLCs and Robots.
• Ability to read blueprints AutoCAD interpret and modify electrical schematics.

• Familiarity with VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) encoders network/Ethernet controls Profinet.

Preferred Requirements:

Education: : Bachelors degree in Engineering/Applied Science. (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:

• Ability to independently troubleshoot all body equipment and evaluate systems for continuous quality and delivery improvements.

• Substantial understanding of conveyor system programming gantry systems and industrial networking including Ethernet Profibus and Profinet.

• Proven problem-solving skills utilizing 8Ds FMEAs and DMAIC/DMADV project methodologies.

• Proficiency with automation software and controls such as TIA Portal Step 7 Rexroth Schneider Unity and 840D.

• Technical experience with laser burning Cognex vision systems and simulation modeling.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

• Practical application of Lean tools including 5S Kanban Poka-yoke and Value Stream Mapping.

• Experience with Total Quality Management (TQM) Kaizen methods and Visual Factory Management.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.*

The expected annual salary range for this position is $74000 - $124000 and individuals may be eligible to participate in our Annual Compensation bonus program.


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.

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