Lean Expert

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.

What do we offer?
At Manufacturing Engineering , we lead the global development for Volvo’s future sustainable manufacturing, by introducing new products and processes. We offer you an exciting opportunity in an international and growing company with a great culture and great development opportunities. You will have the opportunity and responsibility to actively contribute to the growth of our business through people. Come join us!

What’s in it for you
As a Lean expert you will be the driver in our continuous work to improve our competence and knowledge within methods and mindset that creates value in our manufacturing processes. You will be involved in our program work and support our teams to define lean solutions for the global manufacturing processes we design.

You will ensure that Lean competence is developed and rolled-out across the organization. Also, you will contribute to deliver on overall business performance based on the thorough implementation of Lean principles.
As a Lean expert you will take both a strategic and operational role as well as establish collaboration with other Lean experts in the company on a global level. Your role is to support the global teams but also to act as a catalyst for change by developing our ways of working.

Do you fit the profile?
You have a Master’s degree in engineering. You also have we an organizational mindset and demonstrated and solid understanding of theory and practice when it comes to Lean principles and manufacturing processes.

You are a good communicator and can influence people to bring out the best in them. You are a strong collaborator who can guide and coach people on an individual level, but also facilitate collaboration in larger groups in a global context. Ambiguity and high complexity in the work environment are elements of work you find developing and stimulating.   
You have advanced skills in English, both written and spoken.

On a personal level
Are you a curious, positive and self-motivated individual that enjoys problem solving? Are you ready for the challenge to progress in change?

You share our values by being a positive, enthusiastic person who enjoys teamwork. You find it rewarding to take own initiatives and take on the responsibilities with care and with a great amount of business integrity.

Is this you? Come join the ride to the future by applying to this position.

How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your new challenge?
For questions about the position, please contact Hiring Manager, David Danielsson at david.danielsson@volvocars.com.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Ayla Kutlay at ayla.kutlay@volvocars.com. We want your application at the latest March 12, 2023.