BIW Multi-Craft Leader

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering · Robotics & Automation · Quality Assurance

In short

As a BIW Multi-Craft Leader at Volvo Group in Dublin, VA, you will be responsible for equipment documentation, spare parts management, and leading maintenance engineering projects. This role involves providing technical support, managing hourly employees, and ensuring the efficiency of automated processes including robotics and PLC controls.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for equipment documentation and updating drawings.
  • Specify and quantify recommended spare parts, working with Central Stores.
  • Check data of emergency work orders to execute plans.
  • Participate in EWO meetings for area of responsibility to drive to root cause.
  • Generate monthly reports for maintenance engineering activities and KPIs.
  • Work closely with Suppliers to improve equipment up-time.
  • Support and perform Kaizen projects related to Maintenance Engineering.
  • Provide technical support to Maintenance on equipment repairs in emergency situations.
  • Give support to create OPL’s for Autonomous Maintenance.
  • Maintain and update plant equipment standards.
  • Perform design work to reduce equipment weak points.
  • Instruct and manage hourly employees on Maintenance Engineering Projects and CBM activities.
  • Design equipment improvements at a high level using 3d cad software.
  • Trail, establish, and supply technical engineering support for new process trials and current production product.
  • Establishes and maintains the optimum process methods, standards, tooling and equipment for all assigned products and processes.
  • Promotes manufacturing safety and efficiency through implementation of method/process change, ergonomic application and safety awareness.
  • Coordinates the introduction of new manufacturing automation processes and maintains the efficiency of current automated process such as robotics, welding, and glue dispense and PLC controls.
  • Collaborates with cross functional groups in Engineering and Operations in developing performing manufacturing design reviews, and processing design development and prototype builds.
  • Identifies and implements methods, processes, and equipment using VPS methodology.
  • Uses lessons learned to develop processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency in BIW.
  • Develops new and maintains existing programs for robots, weld controllers, and glue dispense and other automated equipment.
  • Analyzes and continuously evaluates and improves assembly efficiency through observation, investigation and critical problem solving.
  • Identifies opportunities for cost reductions through the implementation of new BIW technology.
  • Train, support and mentor NRV maintenance master technicians and maintenance engineering.
  • Manage and implement engineering programs as required.
  • Collaboratively interfaces with plant personnel to accomplish quality and production goals.
  • Support maintenance in trouble shooting equipment.
  • Direct maintenance personnel in resolving equipment issues when required.
  • Direct the maintenance department in the operation of BIW technology as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Must be willing and able to work all shifts, call-ins, holidays, and overtime.
  • Regular attendance is required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering preferred, or Engineering Technology.
  • Certified by ABB, KUKA, FANUC or robotic manufacturer of current plant choice in robotic programming and troubleshooting.
  • Possesses Certified Welding Tech documentation.
  • Achieves Level 2 certification for non-destructive testing (ultrasonic) of welds.
  • Certified Bosch weld controller programming or controller of plant choice.
  • 5 Years of Manufacturing Experience Equivalent with a focus on Robotic, weld controller, or glue dispense programming, OR
  • 7 Years of Manufacturing Experience and Associate degree in Electrical, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or Welding, Robotics or Instrumentation and Controls equivalent with a focus on Robotic, weld controller, or glue dispense programming.
  • Proven leadership experience.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and CAD.
  • Ability to lead a diverse work force.
  • Must be able to work any shift to reach group objectives.

Desired Qualifications

  • Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Benefits

  • Base pay is set at $96,000- $118,500 annually.
  • Bonus eligible.
  • Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
  • Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
  • Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
  • Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

Skills

Microsoft OfficeCADRobotic ProgrammingKUKAFANUCABBPLC Controls
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About Volvo Group

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n

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Company

Volvo Group

Job Posted

1 day ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

On Site

Salary

US$96,000–118,500 · Negotiable

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Dublin, United States

Qualification

Bachelor, Diploma

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