Honda Canada MFG
Great employer for manufacturing and process engineering
I worked in the engine plant for a 16 month internship. Work mainly involved equipment design/retrofit/repair for engine assembly. Due to Honda Canada being a non-union facility, you are able to work very closely with all aspects of the production line, including process design and testing, quality and maintenance. This is very beneficial for an engineering role, where the 'hands-on' work for assembly lines is often very limited. Being non-union does lead to reduced work perks for indirect employees (less flexible hours, more expectation to help with line-down or low production issues), but fo ... - less
ProsGood benefits and job security, strong team mentality and cooperation between functional groups, frequent training opportunities
ConsNot much room for lateral movement, strict hours for indirect employees, very limited workplace comforts (food/drink, etc.)
What are people saying about the leadership at Honda Canada MFG?
64%
of employees approve of CEO’s performance
CEO Approval is based on 14 ratings
Enjoyable coworkers and productive work environment
The day starts at 8 AM or 4 PM depending on the shift. Work on line assembling vehicles or vehicle parts for the remainder of the shift. I learned how to manage my time in a productive manner in a fast paced environment and the usage of high end power tools. Management was always friendly and personable. Workplace culture was great, everyone relied on one another to keep the workplace lighthearted and energetic. The hardest part of the job was the physicality involved in many of the processes. The most enjoyable part of the job was the access to the facilities and extracurricular activities pr ... - less
ProsAccess to a gym and at work cafeteria
ConsLong hours and undesirable shift work at times