Position – Engineer - Logistics
Our organization:We know deciding where to work is a major life decision. At Volvo, we take managing our talent as
seriously as we take managing our business. We encourage you to learn more about Volvo, our
strong culture, core values, passion for making the world a better place around us and our push for
innovation towards the future. If you find that you share these same beliefs we encourage you to
discover the job opportunities that we have available for you!
Want to learn more about Hagerstown?We work cross-functionally and globally to exceed our customer’s expectations and reach the world-class manufacturing level. We have exciting work in front of us, and more on the horizon. The automotive world is changing rapidly and to be part of this big change is an exciting movement. Growth and countless career opportunities await for those who are willing to join our team on this challenging journey.
We are the Heart and We keep the Heart beating. We have recently begun production of electric
driveline components in addition to developing and producing heavy-duty diesel engines,
transmissions and axles for Volvo Group Brands. In operation since 1961, we are a proud supportive
member of the community of Washington County and its surrounding areas.
Find more info here: http://www.volvogroup.com/hagerstown
This is us, your new team:We are a team of thirteen Logistics Specialists, Engineers, and Project Managers focused on creating, optimizing the full flow of parts through the end-to-end supply chain, and supporting the processes of transporting material throughout the facility, as well as, to Production areas on time, in an efficient manner and with a Continuous Improvement mindset. We collectively focus on the Industry 4.0 journey in front of us through automation and digitalization. We are committed to making Volvo more competitive through unique and creative solutions. We build on each other’s contributions and collaborate to make great things possible. We are nonstop working to create a work community based on trust and open dialogue. Most importantly, we love where we work, we enjoy each other, and we cannot wait to welcome a new team member!
Role Description:As an engineer within the logistics team, you will hold an important role in the Supply Chain and Assembly teams. Activities and responsibilities will include reviewing production schedules, processes, and related information to be able to design and improve logistics processes that maximize efficiency and reduce wastes. You do this by providing engineer support with designing layouts, models, and assemblies along with detailed instructions and drawings. We continue the continue the implementation of Volvo Production Systems (VPS), which means to implement standardized ways of working and to optimize flows to create synchronization with production processes.
Who you are?First and foremost, you are passionate about what you do and always aim to do your best. You are eager to learn and try new things. You’re willing to color outside the lines and highlight a fresh perspective to those around you. You are a leader among peers and raise your voice with ideas or suggestions. Leadership comes naturally to you and you enjoy taking lead with a project or a group of people. You have an aspiration to want to be the best, to step out and be at the forefront. You recognize the importance of positive working relationships and excellent communication skills to reach the success level needed, believing that collaboration is the best way forward. You are strategic in how you use a combination of both your technical skills and your people skills to accomplish your goals.
Required knowledge/experience:- A BSc in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain related field or 3 years relatable experience
- Valid work permit for the applied country if not a citizen.
- You have a passion for developing people, operations and products and are a communicative team player that values the full diversity of the team.
Location:Hagerstown, Maryland
Curious, and have some questions? Contact me!Manager: … Matthew Thompson matthew.thompson@volvo.com
HRBP: … Jacob Bowman Jacob.bowman@volvo.com
Are we a perfect match?So, if you are a person who has a can-do attitude, who sees challenges as positive and is ready to take
some actions? Then we are hoping to hear from you!