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Project Quality Manager Operations

Location:

Greensboro, NC, US, 27409

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport 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.

JOB PROFILE

Mission/purpose of the Job

The mission of the Project Quality Manager is to ensure all quality processes and tools are performed according to the existing procedures, reaching project targets and objectives, and improving customer satisfaction.

The Project Quality Manager is accountable for the Quality Assurance Plan in product and/or industrial projects, managing quality activities from start to end, assessing risks and taking corrective actions when necessary. Will report to the Director of Quality in GRO Q&E North America

Scope and influence

The Project Quality Manager operates mainly within the product and/or industrial project (organization and scope). And through the Quality Assurance Plan it influences several activities, tasks and deliverables in the project like Resource Plan, Payment Plan, Quality Tools Plan, etc.

The Project Quality Manager has the mandate to take decisions concerning project quality activities in the project and how those should be planned, managed and followed.

This position can be regional or local, multi-brand or single brand project respectively.

Key responsibilities/Accountabilities

Project Quality:

• Create, align, communicate, update and follow-up of the Project Assurance Plan

• Develop and follow-up the quality tool plan including manufacturing validation plan (PFMEA, Control Plan, Capability Studies, etc.)

• Assess, document and manage project risks and issues

• Define Quality and Environmental targets along with GTO Project Management Team

• Ensure the appropriate project management processes are used

• Identify hard points and roadblocks, and elevate to GTO Project Manager and line organization

• Support/coach the project management team in driving the project with the right quality

• Support/coach project team and provide training in quality tools and methods

• Report project quality status at project milestones

• Represent GTO in cross-functional quality forums

• Solve Problems

• Document lessons learned

Key targets and results

• Fulfilment of project quality KPI’s for Project Quality Manager such as;

• QDCF (Quality, Delivery, Cost and Feature)

• Problem Solving

• Risk management

• First Time Through

• Project Product Audit

• Fault Frequency One

PERSONAL PROFILE

Essential educational and/or training qualifications and certificates

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent

• Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, CQE or equivalent

• Project Management Professional recognized by PMI

• 3-5 years of experience in Quality Management

Preferred experience and knowledge

• Ability to lead activities & projects in a diverse environment

• Driving pace with reliable and convincing approach in communication & presentation

• Holistic & open mindset and positive attitude to people & problems

• Teaching/coaching skills

• Quality Management in Automotive or Heavy Equipment Industry

Necessary technical/functional/language skills

• As all documentation is in English, proficiency in the English language is required.

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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?

Job Category: Project Management

Organization: Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 11538

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Greensboro