Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Introduction

The Middletown Circular Operations plant is in the midst of a change journey in an effort to continuously improve.  This change journey presents a unique opportunity for a strong leader to provide leadership and supervision at a product line departmental level in a production environment with the goal of meeting production objectives.

This is Us, Your New Colleagues

The Circular Operations receives components that have exceeded their initial life cycle and restores them to their original performance specifications.  The Circular Operations Center is committed to protecting the environment and has received multiple environmental awards. 

Role Description:

As a Supervisor, this position is responsible for the production of remanufacturing components and assemblies supporting Volvo Group Trucks in North America. 
 

Key Responsibilities Include: Ensure a safe work environment for all employees using a methodical approach to risk identification and mitigation. Lead through a communicative leadership style, with two way communication and high employee engagement. Ensure all employees are aware of their responsibilities, how they contribute to the total result and that they are recognized for performance. Supervise blue collar workers.  Maintain accurate time and attendance records for all departmental employees; initiate and record corrective actions to address attendance issues. Assess performance, competencies and flexibility of employees within the department and initiate appropriate training, counseling or corrective action to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of the employees Deliver the agreed and committed overall objectives for the product line. Participate in the development of departmental budges and objectives. Ensure that the product line is clearly formulated and motivated to achieve the Group Trucks Operations Middletown total business plan and strategy. Champion the culture aimed at giving a strong image of the unit and align with AB Volvo values and principles. Understand and apply the principles of lean manufacturing. Utilize the techniques and methodologies of the Volvo Production System (VPS). Initiate and follow up on restructuring and improvement projects. Actively support overall company programs and policies. Understand the collective bargaining unit agreements and collaborate with union officials. Who Are You

You have an Associate’s Degree and three (3) years’ technical experience in a manufacturing environment OR five (5) years minimum combined education and experience within a manufacturing environment.  It is preferred that you also have a minimum of two (2) years’ supervisory/managerial experience in a manufacturing environment, experience working in a lean manufacturing environment with a focus on Autonomous maintenance and Workplace Organization.  All documentation is in English, so you must have proficiency in the English language.  A good understanding of the Volvo Group Business is also helpful.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

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Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?