Manager Manufacturing Engineering Paint - Volvo Cars Kosice (VCK) i Göteborg

Be a part of the electric future of Volvo Cars  
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! 

What´s in it for you?

You will work with the Industrialization team that is part of Manufacturing Engineering Paint and has responsibility to be part of the starting up of a complete new paintshop in Kosice, Slovakia (VCK) and in the future develop and implement equipment solutions for product projects, running changes, capacity projects and non-product projects according to project targets. 

The local team will be situated in Kosice, Slovakia (VCK) and is starting to be built up. Your main task primary will be to be a part of setting up the ongoing new paintshop and set future business direction within the area of process, facility, tooling and equipment for the VCK Paint shop. We are looking for a person who can demonstrate personal leadership in support the company business objectives, coach and guide people in change and is a person who truly lives our Volvo Cars WE Culture.
 
We offer a fun and challenging role where you can demonstrate and develop your leadership skills. As a member of the management team, you will be able to contribute and change so that we become the truly global ME organization that we aim for.
 
What you will do
Your main tasks will be to lead, develop and manage the ME Paint Industrialization team in VCK. We believe that you can organize work and resources so that company objectives, short and long-term are met in an efficient manner. you will also contribute as an active member in the Industrialization management team where you can bring in new ideas and reflections. 

Our managers at Volvo Cars play a very important role as ambassadors both within the company and with external contacts. You will manage to implement common process equipment with focus on effective and quality secured production and robust equipment solutions. Utilizing assigned company resources effectively to add value to the business and/or support value creation activities in the business is important in this role. 

We want you to truly live and lead according to our Volvo Cars WE culture. Lastly, you will also manage and allocate the assigned work effectively to ensure that each employee is able and motivated to contribute to their maximum potential to sustainable business success. Bring out the best! 

Do you fit the profile?
We are looking for you who has a Senior high school / university level education and experience of tooling and equipment engineering work. You bring leadership skills in project management or previous working experience as a manager. To be successful in this role you need to have knowledge about Paint processes. For us it is essential that you are curious in learning more about how to set up robust and high performing process lines. Obtaining high integrity and a holistic view is key in this position. 

You need to have the ability to create good long-term relationships with employees and other stakeholders. Fluency in English ans Slovak is needed, both written and spoken and you also need to have the flexibility to travel.

 The position is located in Kosice, Slovakia.

Who are we?
Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. 

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.
 
How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your next challenge? Welcome with your application by submitting your resume and cover letter via the link below. Desired start date 2023 Q1 and we want your application latest 1 January, 2023.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Emina Dedeic at emina.dedeic@volvocars.com.
Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.

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