Volvo - Ridgeville, SC
posted 5 months ago
As an Industrial Engineer in the Final Assembly Shop at Volvo Cars, you will play a crucial role in shaping both current and future manufacturing processes within the final assembly plant. This position is part of a dynamic team of engineers and technicians, where you will have specific areas of responsibility while also collaborating with your colleagues to achieve common goals. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of our assembly operations, ensuring that we meet the high standards of quality and safety that Volvo Cars is known for. In this role, you will be tasked with creating and maintaining standardized work processes and plant floor layouts, which includes managing material facades. You will drive efficiency improvements for both existing and new processes, working closely with production and launch teams. Your responsibilities will also include planning for future car project deliverables and balancing manning requirements to optimize our workforce. You will be responsible for achieving Process Engineering targets, focusing on quality, delivery, flexibility, innovation, productivity, and sustainability (QDFIPS). Continuous improvement will be a key aspect of your role, as you will implement lean process improvements to reduce waste and enhance productivity. Leading Kaizen events with cross-functional teams will be essential, as will participating in problem analysis and resolution processes when specialized expertise is required. Safety, ergonomics, and quality will be at the forefront of your work, and you will perform return on investment calculations for suggested improvements. Additionally, you will conduct time studies, capacity analyses, and layout/product flow analyses to ensure that our processes are as efficient as possible. Your involvement in Launch Team Activities and Budget Projects will further solidify your role in driving operational excellence. As a key interface with tooling and commodity manufacturing engineers, you will ensure that the tools and equipment used in your area meet the necessary quality and efficiency standards. You will also be expected to share your expertise in Volvo Car Line Fundamentals with other teams, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement throughout the organization.