Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

Location:

Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742

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.

What you will do

You will lead the teams that develop the manufacturing machining processes, methods and standards. Initiate and coordinate changes in support of the manufacturing goals like OEE, cycle time, cost of manufacturing, drive productivity.

Provide leadership and guidance to the Manufacturing Engineering Team with the goal of meeting the Manufacturing Engineering Team objectives and developing a highly talented, engaged and flexible Engineering Team.  Responsible for safety, quality, delivery, and cost of the production process as well as projects/staff and competence development. Forecast operating costs of department and direct preparation of budget requests.

This managerial role is also responsible for fostering a continuous improvement culture focused on waste elimination, employee engagement, and application/practice of lean theory. Actively participate in global networks in Engineering Processes.

Accountable for achieving Manufacturing Engineering financial and operational KPIs, including Standard Cost of Sales (SCOS), Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), project on-time delivery, gates passed on time, and the development of direct reports.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and change management skills with the ability to develop high-performing teams.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.

• Proven project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams to resolve production, quality, and manufacturing issues using root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Strong analytical skills with experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles, including 4M, 5S, OEE, and other continuous improvement tools.

• Knowledge of machining operations , including turning, milling, grinding, gear cutting, CNC machining, robotics, and automation .

• Experience optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and quality systems to improve safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

• Ability to analyze production capacity, staffing requirements, KPIs, and business performance to drive operational improvements.

• Experience supporting new product introductions, engineering changes, manufacturing feasibility studies, and industrialization activities.

• Ability to develop and present business cases, benchmark best practices, and implement cost-effective manufacturing solutions

• Lead the development of engineering competencies through coaching, mentoring, and technical skill development to build a high-performing engineering team.

• Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Product Engineering to drive operational excellence, resolve manufacturing challenges, and achieve plant performance objectives.

Required Education and Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field

• 7–10 years of relevant work experience, including leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

• As all documentation is in English,proficiency in the English language is required.

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 $128,300- $158,400 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.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

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.

Job Category: Engineering

Organization: Trucks Technology & Industrial

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 33624

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Do we share the same aspirations?

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.

Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown