Manager Projects, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance

Manager Projects, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance at Volvo Penta Vara Operations


The biggest technology shift in decades has just started, and for Volvo Penta’s production and distribution site in Vara this will be an exciting journey. Imagine yourself in the role as Manager for the Projects, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance function at our plant, where you will have a key role in driving excellence in current business as well as in transforming the site for the future, leading to Volvo Penta’s vision to become the world leader in sustainable power solutions.


We are looking for you who are a visionary, communicative, and structured leader with a strategic mindset. You are engaged and excited about new technologies and people development, and you have proven experience within the manufacturing engineering field.


Who are we?
The Volvo Penta vision is to be the world leader in sustainable power solutions. We have a history of innovation and enjoy strong market positions based on our current product and service offer. Our employees describe Volvo Penta as a great place to work, built upon respect and commitment. We encourage people to take individual responsibility and offer exciting assignments in an innovative environment.


The function of Global Operations & Quality is proud to be producing and distributing top quality engines, drivelines, and accessories to most corners of the world, upholding the Volvo Penta brand and reputation. The Vara plant consists of 300 employees who all contribute to this process.


The role
In the role as Manager for Projects, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance you are responsible for the function delivering within these areas in existing process as well as in setting the future direction when it comes to products and manufacturing processes. Vara Operations has started the transformation towards new products and technologies in line with the vision to become the leader in sustainable power solutions, and you will have a central role in this transformation journey.


Reporting to the position are the line managers for the Project Office, Manufacturing Engineering as well as Maintenance departments.


The Projects, Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance function is responsible for:
Defining the strategy for inhouse production of future products
Planning and execution of industrialization portfolio and projects
Securing and developing manufacturing processes and equipment supporting the value chain
Development and implementation of smart manufacturing and new production processes
Transformation from “maintenance” to “operational reliability”
Motivating, supporting, and educating the organization in manufacturing processes, tools, standards, and focused improvement
Alignment and close cooperation with the Real Estate organization for facility related development



As Manager for Projects, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance you are also an important member of the plant management team where you actively work and contribute to the development and success of the whole site. You report directly to the plant manager. The role consists of work both on an operative level to handle everyday tasks and challenges and work on a strategic level. Collaboration is an important part of the role, both with all functions at the site, as well as with several functions and networks within the global organization.


Who are you?
You hold a university degree in engineering or equivalent and have several years of work experience from similar positions in the manufacturing industry.


You are passionate about people development and an experienced leader who knows how to encourage, motivate, and bring out the best in your team and the whole organization to take your function to the next level securing the future of the plant. You love challenges and the un-known, and you possess the ability to see opportunities and to set future strategies. You understand organizational dynamics and that business success originates from respectful relationships, continuous learning and genuine trust. You are curious about new technologies and would like to play a key role in the transformation towards the future for the Volvo Penta Vara Operations.


We strongly believe that high performance comes from having fun at work, and the courage to think outside the box. Doing the same thing we did yesterday will not make much of a difference. And this is where you come into the picture. Together we are going to do something about it.


Are you the perfect match? Then we would love to welcome you to the Volvo Penta Vara Operations and together create a better tomorrow.


We welcome your application by 20th June 2022.
Please use the electronic forms and upload your CV and personal letter.


For further information please turn to:
Mari Rudqvist, VP Vara Operations, +46 (0)76-5533499
Evamari Lönn Hällsås, HR Manager Vara, +46 (0)73-9021548




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