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Maintenance Supervisor - Paint Shop, (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 want to make a difference - and so do we!
At Volvo Cars, we are redefining the automotive experience through innovation, building 100% electric vehicles as part of an exciting international project. Join our team in Košice and help design and establish a new production plant, working closely with global colleagues to create efficient, people-focused systems. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future Paint Shop and grow within a dynamic, forward-looking company on the road to production launch in 2027.

Project phase:

  • Secure KPIs such as availability, MTTR, MDT, MCBF, costs, safety etc. in close co-operation with the cross functional team.
  • Setup of preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance and corrective maintenance process. Cooperation on spare parts list, maintenance program and disturbance solving instructions
  • Contribute to an optimal set-up of the maintainability and reliability in the production lines during the equipment design and installation phase.
  • During the last year of the project phase, 2027, focus will be on trimming and validating the equipment during build pre-series of cars, making instructions and training of maintenance technicians.
  • Together with your manager and your maintenance engineering colleagues, you will build and develop your team. This includes guidance of maintenance technicians and process operators.

 Running phase:

  • Ensure maintenance KPI´s in pre-studies and installation projects.
  • Being responsible for developing your area/ function applying Value Driven Maintenance.
  • Lead the team of technicians with close cooperation with production team and maintenance engineering team.
  • Contribute with support and experience in the cross functional team in order to meet the areas common targets.
  • Working with continuous improvements of asset utilization (availability, quality) and cost control. Define and update the maintenance program (preventive and corrective).

What you'll bring

  • Technical Bachelor’s degree or minimum 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Experience in automotive Paint Shop production is highly valued
  • Experience from other production areas, Tier 1 automotive, or maintenance roles is an advantage
  • Strong collaboration and networking abilities
  • Fluent English and Slovak (written and spoken)

What you'll bring

Base Monthly Salary (Gross) for this position starts from 2.000 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: 

  • Summer & Winter Pay
  • Annual Volvo Bonus depending on performance and company's financial results
  • 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
  • Flexible working hours

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:  78582

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