Arbetsbeskrivning

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.

Do you want to lead people, develop production, and contribute to the sustainable industrial solutions of the future?

At Volvo Construction Equipment in Eskilstuna, you will work in a high-tech and international environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are at the core. We are now looking for a Production Manager for our Machining Operations who wants to help develop both people and processes in one of Europe’s largest manufacturing plants.

In this role, you will hold a central position in production, responsible for ensuring a stable production flow, high quality, and an engaged team. You will lead daily operations, drive improvement initiatives, and collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, and quality to continuously develop the business.

About the role

As a Production Manager within machining, you will be responsible for a production team in our machining operations. You will work both operationally and strategically to ensure efficient processes, a safe working environment, and strong teamwork.

You will play an important role in our component factory in Eskilstuna, an operation that supplies axles and transmissions to Volvo Construction Equipment as well as parts of Volvo Trucks.

Here, we work in a technology-driven environment characterized by a fast pace, short decision-making paths, and great opportunities to make an impact.

In this role, you will:

Lead and develop a team within machining

Ensure a safe working environment with a strong focus on health, safety, and sustainable production

Be responsible for daily production management related to quality, delivery, and cost

Drive and follow up on continuous improvement initiatives in productivity and quality

Collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, and quality to develop processes and ways of working

Coach and develop team members to create engagement and accountability

Contribute to a culture where collaboration, learning, and improvement are a natural part of everyday work

Who are you?

We are looking for someone who thrives in a leadership role where you combine people, technology, and improvement work. You are a present and engaging leader who motivates others and creates the right conditions for the team to succeed.

We would like you to have several years of leadership experience from a manufacturing environment.

You are structured, communicative, and solution-oriented, driven by developing both the business and the people around you.

We believe you have:

Experience in leadership within manufacturing or another flow-based operation

Good understanding of production processes, preferably within machining or the engineering industry

Experience in continuous improvement and problem-solving methods

A coaching and inclusive leadership style

The ability to work both operationally and strategically

Post-secondary education in engineering or production is considered an advantage, but not a requirement.

You need to be able to communicate well in both Swedish and English, verbally and in writing.

What do we offer you?

With us, you will work in an environment where technology, sustainability, and people are in focus.

We offer:

A leadership role in a modern and future-oriented industrial environment

Opportunities to influence and develop production

Skilled colleagues and strong organizational support

Great development opportunities within Volvo Group, both in Sweden and internationally

A culture built on Volvo’s values: respect, inclusion, and sustainability

With us, you are not only building your career, but you are also helping build the industry of the future.

Ready for the next step?

Do you recognize yourself in this description? We look forward to your application.

Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis.

Application deadline: June 16th

If you have any questions about the role, please contact:

Gabrijel Chukri, Head of Transmission Production, [email protected]

Rebecka Ergül, People & Culture Partner, [email protected]