Logistics Engineer, (VCK)

Be a part of the electric future of Volvo Cars

We’re an ambitious company and we’ve set ourselves some firm goals. By 2030, we want to be a fully electric mobility company with global growth. To make sure we deliver on our big plans, we’ll need to expand our current manufacturing footprint. That’s why we’ve decided to open a new state-of-the-art electric only car factory – and this time we’re expanding in Kosice, Slovakia. 

The new plant will only use climate neutral energy and be designed to be a leader in sustainable and efficient premium electric car production. We will optimize layout and logistics flow to achieve the highest global standards in energy and environmental efficiency.

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of building something completely new, setting a new standard for Volvo manufacturing. Jump in and join the ride!

What you'll do:

• Being responsible for early involvement in project research and providing professional solutions;
• Drive and implement packaging improvements according to VCMS and Line Back Principles; 
• Logistic function area layout design, with less driven distance and less touch in the process; 
• Engineer and optimize the material flow and information flow from end to end; 
• Logistics space, tooling, equipment, industrial vehicle, manning calculations;
• Engineer the logistics operation route and resource design, including new project program launch; 
• Design and engineer the material facade module and pull system, capacity balance, production, and supply chain flow balance; 
• Build the standard of logistic operation including physical flow process and information flow process; 
• OIS doc. delivery based on standard logistic flow setup; 
• Build up logistic digital system operation and deviation handle. 

What you'll bring:

• Lean logistic knowledge with value stream mapping ability from supplier to a production line and an optimal flow set-up; 
• Strong SCM network mindset for building high-efficiency flow, engineering the information flow & material flow; 
• Knowledge of flow design (P&S-lane/JIS/SPS/SEQ); 
• 3D/2D (AutoCAD) software skills; 
• Fluent in English, written and spoken as well as the Slovak language; 
• Ability and willingness to travel within and outside Europe, more frequently in the initial phase (2024), although based in Kosice, Slovakia;
• Analytic and engineering data reporting skills.

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. Please keep in mind that we recruit continuously for different shops. Due to GDPR, we do not accept applications via e-mail.

The salary for this position starts from 2.250 EUR, per month, brutto.

* 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. In addition to the monthly salary, there is also a 13th salary paid in an aliquot amount and a performance bonus depending on the company's financial results and individual performance.

Who are we?

Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future. 

Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.

We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.