Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport 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. What you will do The purpose of this position is to perform methods process implementation, training, and supply technical engineering support, as well as, determine and implement appropriate manpower levels and placement, process methods and standards and to resolve and implement change in support of daily manufacturing goals for the New River Valley production facility. Core Responsibilities: Trial, establish, and supply technical engineering support for new process trials and current production product Establishes and maintains the optimum production methods, standards, tooling and equipment for all assigned products and processes Promotes manufacturing safety and efficiency through implementation of method/process change, ergonomic application, and safety awareness Collaborates with the materials organization on defining and refining material organization and placement using Lean Principles Coordinates the introduction of new product and parts changes in area of responsibility, balancing work timing, processes, and manpower requirements Collaborates with cross functional groups in Engineering and Materials in developing performing manufacturing design reviews, and processing design development and prototype builds Identifies and implements methods, processes, and equipment using Lean Six Sigma methodology Uses lessons learned to develop processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency in area of responsibility Implements and applies engineering standards and procedures in compliance with plant practices and policies Analyzes and continuously evaluates and improves assembly efficiency through observation, investigation and critical problem solving Identifies opportunities for cost and manpower reductions through assembly configuration and improvement Establishes and maintains accurate production standards using predetermined time tools (MCTM or MOST) Train, support, and mentor NRV Manufacturing Engineers, as requested Manage and implement engineering programs as required Persuasively interfaces with plant personnel to accomplish timing, manpower and production goals Who are you? Required Competencies: Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings Decision Quality: Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions Functional/Technical Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment Informing: Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or the organization; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions; is timely with information Intellectual Horsepower: Is bright and intelligent; deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; described as intellectually sharp, capable, and agile Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people - up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably Organizing: Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files in a useful manner Problem Solving: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results Time Management: Use his/her time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others; can attend to a broader range of activities Written Communications: Can write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect Minimum Education Required: Associate of Science – Engineering, Engineering Technology or other equivalent engineering discipline Preferred Bachelor of Science – Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical or other equivalent engineering discipline Minimum Years of Experience Required: 8 Years of Applied Engineering Related Experience within a manufacturing environment (A.S. Degree- Engineering/Engineering Technology) 4 Years of Applied Engineering Related Experience within a manufacturing environment (B.S. Degree-Engineering) Other Requirements: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, and CAD What’s in it for you? Ready for the next move? Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today! We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. Who we are and what we believe in Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?
Salary: $92.3K - $117K a year
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