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Head of Paint Shop / Manažér(ka) Lakovne (VCK)

Shape the future of electric mobility with us
Our ambition is to move traditional car manufacturing towards sustainability and smart solutions, pioneering the protection of people and the planet so that we can give people the freedom to move in a personal, sustainable and safe way.

To make sure we deliver on our big plans, we are expanding our production capacity with a new state-of-the-art plant in Košice, Slovakia, in the Valaliky Industrial Park, where we will produce all-electric vehicles.

Our plant is not just about technology - it's a modern and human-centric workplace with a focus on safety and sustainability. We design everything to meet the highest global standards.

Join us and become an important part of the future of electric transportation.

What you'll do

You will utilize strong manufacturing engineering mindset and previous experience to take ownership for establishing, ramp-up and managing of Paint Shop in Volvo Car Košice plant. You will be responsible for recruiting and building your shop organization that will live up to our Lean fundamentals in their everyday tasks and closely collaborate with plant environment and global manufacturing network.


In doing so, you will be responsible for:

  • Operations Management: Support the overall organizational strategy by developing and delivering operational plans and outcomes for a large portion of the business. Ensure products and processes meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Environmental standards. Operate according to company compliance standards (BMS, VCMS, ISO 9001 & 14001).

  • Leadership and Direction: Motivate and coach people to commit to the mission, vision, and values and do extraordinary things to achieve the organization's business goals. Plan and manage resources, recognize achievements and handle people management issues.

  • Manufacturing Methods/Processes Development: Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and lead the development and delivery of new manufacturing processes and methods to achieve outcomes that support the overall strategy.

  • Business Planning: Develop and gain agreement to annual business plans for a function or business area, ensuring alignment with strategy;

  • Budgeting: Take responsibility for setting and managing area budgets so they align with organizational strategy.

What you'll bring

  • Previous working experience with managing a Paint shop in OEM automotive manufacturing, proven shop floor experience;
  • World-class manufacturing and continuous improvement mindset; 
  • Extensive knowledge of methods, tools, processes, production systems, and ways of working in automotive production;
  • Preferred engineering university education in Manufacturing, Automation, or related field;
  • Process observation and confirmation; 
  • Experience with managing large teams within flexible manning systems;
  • Ability to professionally communicate, verbally and in written form in both English and Slovak language;
  • Demonstrated flexibility, being able to work under an organization in a transformation period, or green-field project.

How to apply?

Does this sound like your next challenge? Are you eager to join us? Then apply via the link in the advert with an attached CV in English. Once your application is successfully submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Please keep in mind that we recruit continuously for different departments & shops. Due to GDPR, we do not accept applications submitted via e-mail. 
 
Base Monthly Salary (Gross) for this position starts from 4.800 EUR.
* The salary amount represents the minimum guaranteed amount of the basic salary component applicable to the job. Final salary is negotiable and will be adjusted in accordance with seniority level and previous experience of candidate.
 
Additional benefits:

  • 13th salary;
  • Annual Volvo Bonus depending on performance and company's financial results;
  • Company car with a monthly fuel benefit;
  • Contribution for Supplementary Pension Savings (lll. Pillar);
  • Cafeteria Benefit Program;
  • Contribution for meals exceeding legal requirements;
  • Compensation for dioptric glasses & contact lenses beyond the legal requirements;
  • Life insurance for cases of loss of life, disability, work injury.

 


Volvo Cars. For Life.
For nearly a century, Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal, sustainable and safe way. Today, we are driving bold advancements in electrification, sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision, we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow – today.

At Volvo Cars, we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with a passion for making a difference. If you’re inspired by the opportunity to help redefine the future of mobility, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Ready for the next step?
You can submit your application via our career page. Please send us your CV and cover letter (optional) in English. You will receive a confirmation email once you have successfully submitted your application.

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Kosice, SK, 040 01

Job requisition ID:  76013

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