BIW Multi-Craft Leader

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.

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for equipment documentation and updating drawings, as needed, for modifications
• Specify and quantify recommended spare parts by creation of spare parts ledgers and working with Central Stores, as needed, to ensure parts. Work with Central Stores on replacement of obsolete parts
• Check the data of emergency work orders to execute plans to address any issues
• Participate in EWO meetings for area of responsibility to help drive to root cause
• Generate monthly reports, as needed, for maintenance engineering activities and KPI’s of area of responsibility
• Work closely with Suppliers to improve equipment up-time
• Support and perform Kaizen projects, as related to Maintenance Engineering
• Provide technical support to Maintenance on repairs of equipment in emergency situations
• Give support, where required, to create OPL’s for Autonomous Maintenance
• Maintains and updates the plant equipment standard by working with various Maintenance Staff Members
• Perform design work to reduce equipment weak points
• Must be able to work any shift to reach group objectives
• Instruct and manage hourly employees on Maintenance Engineering Projects and CBM activities
• Able to design equipment improvements at a high level using 3d cad software.
• Trail, establish, and supply technical engineering support for new process trials and current production product

Additional Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains the optimum process 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
• Coordinates the introduction of new manufacturing automation processes and maintains the efficiency of current automated process such as but not limited to robotics, welding, and glue dispense and PLC controls.
• Collaborates with cross functional groups in Engineering and Operations in developing performing manufacturing design reviews, and processing design development and prototype builds
• Identifies and implements methods, processes, and equipment using VPS methodology
• Uses lessons learned to develop processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency in BIW.
• Develops new and maintains existing programs for robots, weld controllers, and glue dispense and other automated equipment to assure defined OEE and equipment performance.
• Analyzes and continuously evaluates and improves assembly efficiency through observation, investigation and critical problem solving
• Identifies opportunities for cost reductions through the implementation of new BIW technology
• Train, support and mentor NRV maintenance master technicians and maintenance engineering, as requested
• Manage and implement engineering programs as required
• Collaboratively interfaces with plant personnel to accomplish quality and production goals
• Support maintenance in trouble shooting equipment. Direct maintenance personnel in resolving equipment issues when required.
• Direct the maintenance department in the operation of BIW technology as required.
• Other duties as assigned
• Must be willing and able to work all shifts, call-ins, holidays, and overtime
• Regular attendance is required

Required Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering preferred, or Engineering Technology.
• Certified by ABB, KUKA, FANUC or robotic manufacturer of current plant choice in robotic programming and troubleshooting.
• Possesses Certified Welding Tech documentation
• Achieves Level 2 certification for non-destructive testing (ultrasonic) of welds.
• Certified Bosch weld controller programming or controller of plant choice.
• 5 Years of Manufacturing Experience Equivalent with a focus on Robotic, weld controller, or glue dispense programming, OR
• 7 Years of Manufacturing Experience and Associate degree in Electrical,, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or Welding, Robotics or Instrumentation and Controls equivalent with a focus on Robotic, weld controller, or glue dispense programming.
• Proven leadership experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and CAD
• Ability to lead a diverse work force

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $96,000- $118,500 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

• Generous paid time off.

• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.

• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.

• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.

• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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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.

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.