Director of Paint Shop (Ridgeville, SC, US, 29472) at Volvo Car USA | Luxury SUVs, Sedans, and Wagons | Official Volvo Website
Volvo Car USA | Luxury SUVs, Sedans, and Wagons | Official Volvo Website · Ridgeville, United States Of America · Onsite
- Senior
- Office in Ridgeville
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The Shop Director will lead and coordinate the production within the shop to reach the respective targets within the different areas. You will be part of the VCCH (Volvo Car Charleston) Management Team and report to the Plant Manager – VCCH. You will enforce the Volvo Cars’ culture.
What you'll do
- Responsible for establishing, ramp-up and managing of Paint Shop in VCCH. Cascading and setting goals and priorities to deliver the planned results
- Collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering to develop and secure the best technologies, techniques and manufacturing processes
- Support and coach managers and teams to achieve targets
- Operate according to company compliance standards (BMS, VCMS, ISO 9001 & 14001)
- Recognize achievements and handle people management issues
- Plan and manager resources
- Take responsibility for establishing working methods in order to ensure that the products/processes fulfill the demands for Quality, Delivery, Cost, Environment and Safety.
- Participate and contribute to VCCH Personnel Development Committee, (which includes succession planning, performance management process and personnel development).
- Ensure that the work environment is safe and safety rules are respected.
- Train and develop the organization to reach and maintain the highest level of competencies.
- Ensure the implementation of and adherence to VCMS (Volvo Car Manufacturing System) within the entire shop.
- Produce and deliver products according to specifications using continuous improvement and problem-solving tools
- Work towards an excellent relationship within the VCCH shops and with other Volvo units worldwide.
- Work towards a lean organization.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred
- 8-10 years of experience in a senior leadership role
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing industry, preferably in automotive
- 5+ years paint shop experience
- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing processes and systems
- Launch experience required
- Experienced in scaling teams and processes during periods of production ramp-ups
- Excellent leadership and cross-functional team management experience
- Strategic thinking and goal-oriented
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build a team, confidence and trust at all levels of the organization
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Experience in managing large teams
Core Competencies:
- Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Drives results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
- Self-development: Actively seeking new ways to grow & be challenged using both formal & informal development channels.
- Builds trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Role Competencies:
- Drives Engagement: Motivates people to achieve organizational objectives
- Ensures Ownership: Holds self and others accountable
- Builds Effective Teams: Fosters solid, diverse teams
- Optimizes Work Processes: Focuses on continuous improvement
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Let's talk benefits
Join Volvo Cars and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed with you in mind. Our programs offer choice, flexibility, and exceptional value, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and a wellness program with discounts and gifts, most of which start on day one of employment. You'll also have access to voluntary benefits and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP). At Volvo Cars, our benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.
Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
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.
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