Manufacturing Technical Analyst

Job ID 73444 Category Manufacturing Location Oakville, Canada Work Type On-site 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 centers. Ford employs approximately 6,500 people in Canada, while an additional 20,000 people are employed in the approximately 430 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information on Ford Careers, 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. In this position... As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we’re continually seeking diligent, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles. APD (Advanced Program & Delivery) is a cross-functional team having the primary responsibility to plan for and implement the launch of new vehicle programs at assembly plants. What you'll do... The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Deliver Manufacturing Delivery Quality Operating System requirements for your specific Subsystem, which may include Electrical, Powertrain, Suspension, Exterior, Interior, or Vehicle Engineering. Collaborate with the Product Development team to generate facility and tooling costs, improve quality, and reduce labor requirements. Use virtual tools to evaluate the feasibility of new model designs for high-volume assembly operations. Write, modify, and maintain process sheets, deliver updated cycle line layouts, and work with assembly plants to ensure a complete operator and equipment workstation is ready for launch. Lead manufacturing assembly builds, including Design Confirmation Vehicle, Tooling Trial, Pre-Production, Mass Production 1, and Mass Production 2, across assembly plants in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Lead the identification, resolution, and closure of all launch product, tooling, and Final Assembly Engineering feasibility issues. Create and follow a master schedule for the design, build, and implementation of tools within your subsystem. Lead assembly tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the assembly site, and support tooling buyoffs at vendor facilities. Drive Engineering Change implementation throughout key program milestones. Develop Lessons Learned from New Model launches and implement Prevent Reoccurrence Actions into future programs. Support department initiatives across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional activities, including Product Development, Supplier Technical Assistance, Material Planning and Logistics, and Ne…

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