Paint Shop Engineering​/Launch Manager

Paint Shop Engineering / Launch Manager What you'll do

• Lead all paint shop launch activities from equipment installation through production readiness.
• Manage and coach paint shop engineering staff, technicians, and contractors.
• Provide Engineering and Process Analysts with necessary infrastructure and empowerment to achieve business goals.
• Priority management based on Real Time Management.
• Plan department activities, implement company initiatives, handle people management and escalated people issues within his/her area.
• Responsible for future model launches, engineering changes, and process improvements.
• Early involvement in projects: new models, introduction of additional shifts, plant expansions, new equipment, new techniques, etc.
• Develop and control cost, quality, delivery, and safety objectives.
• Review man‑hours, cost, performance, and ratio plans with Engineers to reach the set targets.
• Responsible for performance of activities connected to "Year over Year" efficiency improvements.
• Ensure the implementation of and adherence to Volvo Car Manufacturing System within the entire area of responsibility.
• Ensure quality of products according to specifications using Produce and Process Standards and with the authority to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Work toward an excellent relationship within the area of responsibility and with other Volvo units worldwide.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem‑solving.
• Foster standardized work through Quality Process System and daily coaching activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing facility.
• Experience with automotive operations and pace of manufacturing.
• Experience in equipment installation and commissioning.
• Experience launching new manufacturing facilities or production lines.
• Experience in leading/managing salaried Engineers and hourly members to complete required tasks.

Knowledge of:

• Automotive Paint Processes and their effects on Quality.
• Understanding of mechanical principles and related systems.
• Understanding of liquid principles and systems.
• Understanding of Air Flow systems (Ovens / Spray Booths) and their effects on Quality.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP, and GD&T.
• Standardized Work and Real Time Management principles.
• Problem solving and continuous improvement mindset and methods.
• Manning and flexible manning systems.
• Process observation and confirmation.

Benefits include competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax‑advantaged savings accounts, a wellness program with discounts and gifts (most of which start on day one), voluntary benefits, and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions. Volvo offers The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents.

Eligible employees and family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program.

Volvo Cars is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.