Be a part of our electric future

We’re an ambitious company and we’ve set ourselves some firm goals. By 2030, we want to be a fully electric mobility company with global growth. To make sure we deliver on our big plans, we’ll need to expand our current manufacturing footprint. That’s why we’ve decided to open a new state-of-the-art electric only car factory – and this time we’re expanding in Kosice, Slovakia.

The new plant will only use climate neutral energy and be designed to be a leader in sustainable and efficient premium electric car production. We will optimize layout and logistics flow to achieve the highest global standards in energy and environmental efficiency.

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of building something completely new, setting a new standard for Volvo manufacturing. Jump in and join the ride!

About us

Industrialization Propulsion Components is a section within Manufacturing Engineering. Together with our central resources, we develop and implement quality assured, flexible and effective production systems in the Propulsion Components shop, in the plant. The section is working cross functionally & project oriented, securing local industrialization of car programs.

We are currently looking for two Local Area Leaders, one for Electric Drive Unit and one for Cell to Body. You will start your assignment in Gothenburg, collaborating with our central resources. You will eventually relocate to Slovakia and be part of the Local Industrialization team in Kosice.

Are you looking for a position where you can develop your leadership competences, continue to build your technical and manufacturing skills? This can be the perfect opportunity!

What you will do

As a Local Area Leader, you will be a project leader and you will also lead a cross functional team that secures best process design possible by driving Manufacturing KPIs for an intended manufacturing plant within own commodity area. You will own and align global manufacturing processes and strategies within the car programs that share commonality with programs or platforms.

As our Local Area Leader, you will also:

• Plan and lead the team to achieve project time plans.
• Represents ME as well as the plants, in supporting stakeholders.
• Secure all Manufacturing deliveries from the team to the car programs.
• Take actions on manufacturing related obstacle to achieve best process design and update status to Gateway/Milestone reports within area of responsibility up to Final Data Judgment.
• Share best practice and knowledge and coach the team members.

Do you fit the profile?

You have a M.Sc. in Production or Mechanical Engineering or corresponding professional experience, such as Project Leader or similar. You have competence in Lean Process Design. Other attributes which we put value on are: Business acumen mind-set, a good interpersonal and collaboration skills as well as being enthusiastic and customer focused. We believe that you are engaged in your work and encourage people that you interact with. You have a strong willingness and ability to drive change and results. Ability to travel within and outside Europe is of big importance as this is part of the role. Willingness to work abroad and relocate to other countries.

You need to be fluent in English, written and spoken due to our global organization set up.

Specific competence important for the role:

• Know how of process electric drive units – production of rotor, stator, inverter.
• Experiences with assembly processes of electric drive units
• Design of production lines – mechanical design, automation principles, integration of robot applications
• Design of production lines with integrated welding technologies, EoL, E check stations.

Salary for this position starts from 2.685 EUR, per month, brutto

How to learn more and apply

Does this sound like your new challenge?
Please attach your application as soon as possible.
For questions about the position please contact, contact manager Martin Simko, martin.simko@volvocars.com.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Ayla Kutlay at ayla.kutlay@volvocars.com
Your application should include CV and Cover letter written in English. Please note that, due to GDPR applications via email will not be accepted.

Volvo Cars - Driving change together

Volvo Cars’ success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around 43,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations, allowing you to reach your fullest potential.

By 2025, we aim to sell 1.2 million cars annually, with 50 per cent being electric cars and sold directly to customers mainly through digital channels. Join us on this exciting journey as we pioneer the driving and electrification technologies of the future.

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