Supplier Quality Management
- Serve as the first point of contact for all technical supplier-related quality deviations impacting incoming material / VCCH processes.
- Lead containment, investigation, and resolution of non-conforming material issues to protect production flow.
- Issue technical rejection reports for non-conforming materials.
- Coordinate and oversee sorting, rework, and containment activities for suspect material lineside, in VCCH storage locations and in-route to VCCH.
- Escalate critical supplier material deviations (S300, A100, repeat B50) to Procurement Plant Team (PPT), including risks to production, yard holds, or insufficient supplier response.
Incoming Material Quality Assurance
- Ensure all incoming materials meet defined specifications and quality standards before release to production.
- Proactively identify and mitigate quality risks through immediate containment and verification actions.
- Support production teams with 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method) analysis to identify root causes of defects.
- Lead supplier-related issue management activities, including VIRA follow-ups during program and launch phases.
- Drive inspection, validation, and verification processes during production changes or new builds.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Incoming Material Quality Leads and Analyst to achieve high performance and accountability.
- Promote standardized work, visual management, and disciplined execution on the shop floor.
- Build workforce capability through structured training, certification tracking, and competency development programs.
- Foster a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Utilize data analytics from Volvo internal systems (CHIMAS, PLUS, Collaboration Portal, Teamcenter, Atacq) to monitor trends, identify risks, and drive data-driven decision making.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and supplier performance.
- Strengthen problem-solving capabilities across teams through coaching and structured methodologies.
- Ensure alignment of quality processes with ISO standards and regulatory requirements
