Operations Graduate Program 2026 - Quality Management Specialist

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.Volvo Group Operations Graduate ProgramIf you are up for the challenge of developing our future Operations and want to be a part of the innovative world of Volvo Group, this is the graduate program for you!  During 15 intense and exciting months, our Operations Graduate Program will give you a holistic view of our operational and logistic activities, including both the local and global perspective. You will be working with the technologies of tomorrow, building the products of the future – electric, connected and automated. In parallel, you will grow as a person, through individual and team development sessions.You will have a permanent position from day one, with a manager and mentor to support you. You will experience several local and international on the job-rotations and work on business-critical projects developing your competencies for tomorrow. You will take a deep dive into some specific areas of our business such as manufacturing, health and safety, quality, and continuous improvements, while also learning about the end-to-end supply chain, aftermarket parts and our remanufacturing operations. In addition, you will gather with other program participants to take part in trainings and events designed to help you grow into your future career at the Volvo Group.We offer the opportunity for you to be part of our digital transformation, applying new technologies to connect and automate our processes. Together we work with AI, data science, machine learning, circular systems, virtual manufacturing and more, to build our full electric or autonomous products.If rotational development, a global set up and designing the world of tomorrow are aspects you are looking for in your next job context, this position might be something for you.Our Organization Umeå Plant is one of the Volvo Groups largest plants. With over 1700 employees, we are one of Northern Sweden’s largest industries. We produce cabs for Volvo Trucks, with everything from stamping sheet metal to welding and painting complete cabs. Our facility is one of the world’s most modern with advanced technology and competent employees.This is us, your new teamThe quality team is responsible for managing process- and project quality, currently consisting of four quality engineers. The team is a support function focusing on developing overall quality management of the site, as well as supporting the production organization with methods and tools. We value an open and proactive mindset with a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. Do you want to be a part of our transformation? Umeå Plant has great potential to be in the forefront. Join us on our journey where you can make a difference!Main Activities And ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will play a key part in shaping the future of quality management at our factory. Your mission is to elevate our standards by developing world-class quality systems and benchmarking best practices from other Volvo sites. You will implement sustainable solutions for quality assurance and control that create a real impact on performance and customer satisfaction. Beyond systems, you will inspire a culture of continuous growth, using proven methodologies like Kaizen, focused improvements, and advanced root cause analysis to solve obstacles and unlock potential. Collaboration is at the heart of this position — you will work closely with quality teams across multiple sites and partner with the production organization in Umeå to ensure excellence in every step of the process.Who are you? We believe that you have a background in operations management, industrial engineering, quality management, or a related field. You have an insightful mindset and the ability to identify strategic priorities as well as paying attention to detail in your daily work. Your communication skills are strong, both written and verbal, in Swedish and English.We would like you to have knowledge and technical skills in areas such as data analysis, process mapping, and statistical methods. To succeed in this role, we believe that you have an interest in quality management, including tools and methodologies such as Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.As a person, you have an open-minded and proactive mindset and a willingness to seek, initiate and facilitate improvement activities. You need to be resilient in problem-solving and be able to work and collaborate in diverse teams.Required Knowledge/experienceMSc or BSc in operations management, industrial engineering, quality management, or equivalentKnowledge in data and statistical analysisKnowledge in Quality management toolsMaximum two years of previous full-time working experience, prior to or after graduation. Work during studies is not included.In this truly global program, communication will be in English, hence you need to be fluent in both speaking and writing in Swedish & English.Valid work or study permit for Sweden if not a citizen.Curious, and have some questions? Contact us! Manager: Erika Wikberg, +46 72 862 70 27, erika.wikberg@volvo.comHRBP: Fredrik Brinck, +46 72 862 79 67, fredrik.brinck@volvo.comKindly note that due to GDPR, we will not accept applications via mail. Please use our career site.We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.Who We Are And What We Believe InWe are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.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?