Production Superintendent

Your leadership will make a difference.

At Volvo Cars, we are always looking for world-class leaders who bring out the best in our people. If you want to be part of leading and inspiring our mission to change the automotive experience and make people’s lives less complicated, then we have the job for you.

 

Job Summary:             

The Production Superintendent will lead and direct supervisors and manage all operations within their area of responsibility. The Production Superintendent will be a part of the Shop Management Team and will enforce the Volvo Cars’ culture.

 

Principal Responsibilities:

• Take ownership in operations within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Responsible for future model launches in their area of responsibility.
• Coordinate workshop activities through the planning with supervisors to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective method.
• Develop and control cost, quality, delivery and safety objectives.
• Implement cost effective CIP tools to improve operating expenditures, manpower, etc.
• Provides leadership and training to accomplish the company’s goals and objectives.
• Provides leadership in implementation of 5S programs.
• Provides direction, development and leadership to production supervisors.
• Deliver set objectives in accordance with the shop’s Volvo Car Manufacturing System-scorecard.
• Responsible for the daily production results within non-color area within Paint Shop.
• Ensure the implementation of and adherence to Volvo Car Manufacturing System within the entire area of responsibility.
• Work towards a lean organization.
• Foster standardized work through QPS and daily coaching activities.

 

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or 8-10 years of experience in a senior leadership role
• At least 7 years’ experience in automotive manufacturing industry, preferably within Paint (Sealing Operations).
• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong leadership skills
• Strategic thinking and goal-oriented
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build a team, confidence and trust at all levels of the organization
• Strong problem-solving/analysis skills
   

Competencies:

• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Drives results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Self-development: Actively seeking new ways to grow & be challenged using both formal & informal development channels.
• Builds trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

 

Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

 

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. Jo