Manager Manufacturing Engineering - Volvo Penta Vara Operations

AB Volvo; Vara kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Penta Vara Operations is seeking a Manager Manufacturing Engineering to lead and develop our Manufacturing Engineering team of 15 colleagues. You will drive efficient, stable and flexible manufacturing processes across machining, assembly, painting, testing and logistics to support current production and future transformation.

You will work strategically and operationally, lead improvement initiatives, build routines, strengthen ways of working, and partner with other functions.

Qualifications

• A technical university degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering or a related area within industry.
• Proven leadership experience and a strong interest in people development.
• An analytical, structured and self-driven way of working.
• The ability to drive change and improvement in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team within Vara Operations.
• Drive efficient, stable and flexible manufacturing processes (machining, assembly, painting, testing, logistics).
• Lead improvement initiatives and develop routines to improve quality, efficiency and flexibility.
• Support the Director Engineering and strengthen collaboration with Volvo Penta and Volvo Group.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Change management

Structured working

Collaboration

Education

Technical university degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Manager Manufacturing Engineering - Volvo Penta Vara Operations

Location: Vara, SE, 534 91

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

At Volvo Penta, we are in the middle of one of the biggest technology shifts in decades. Our products, technologies and ways of working are evolving rapidly, and Vara Operations plays an important role in preparing for the next generation of sustainable and digital solutions.

We are now looking for a Manager Manufacturing Engineering to lead and develop our Manufacturing Engineering team in Vara. In this role, you will be responsible for driving efficient, stable and flexible manufacturing processes that support both current production and future transformation.

You will work both strategically and operationally, leading improvement initiatives within Manufacturing Engineering and in close collaboration with the manufacturing departments. A key part of your responsibility will be to develop routines, build competence and strengthen ways of working that improve quality, efficiency and flexibility.

You will also support the Director Engineering in developing the organization and strengthening collaboration with other functions within Volvo Penta and the wider Volvo Group.

Your future team

You will lead the Manufacturing Engineering team within the Engineering function at Volvo Penta, Vara Operations. The team consists of 15 skilled and knowledgeable colleagues who work together with a supportive mindset and strong commitment to continuous improvement.

Together, the team is responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes at the Vara site (machining, assembly, painting, testing, logistics), ensuring that the plant is prepared to meet future product and production needs.

Who are you?

You are a curious and courageous leader with a genuine interest in people, manufacturing and continuous improvement. You enjoy developing both individuals and organizations and could turn challenges into opportunities.

We believe you have:

• A technical university degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in manufacturing engineering or a related area within industry
• Proven leadership experience and a strong interest in people development
• An analytical, structured and self-driven way of working
• The ability to drive change and improvement in a collaborative environment

You understand that sustainable business performance is built on trust, learning and strong relationships, and you are motivated by playing an active role in the transformation of Volvo Penta Vara Operations.

What’s in it for you?

At Volvo Penta, you will have the opportunity to lead a highly competent team and directly influence how our manufacturing processes evolve for the future.

We believe that high performance comes from collaboration, curiosity and the courage to challenge existing ways of working. You will join an environment where ideas are encouraged, responsibility is valued and continuous improvement is part of everyday work.

This is a role where you can make a real impact on both the organization and the production system, while developing yourself and others along the way.

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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Volvo Penta, a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.