Mack Trucks

Career Pathway

7000 Alburtis Road
Macungie, PA 18062

https://www.macktrucks.com/

Find Openings: https://www.macktrucks.com/about-mack/careers/

Business Description

At Mack, we design, build and deliver the tools and services that support your business success and achieve the results you desire. When you succeed, so do we. Founded in 1900, Mack trucks are sold and serviced in nearly 30 countries worldwide. We are one of North America’s largest manufacturers of medium-duty trucks, heavy-duty trucks, proprietary engines and transmissions. Mack is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of diesel, natural gas and electric trucks, buses, construction equipment, marine and industrial engines. Every heavy-duty class 8 Mack truck built for the North American market is assembled at its Mack Lehigh Valley Operations facility in Macungie, PA. Class 7 and 6 Mack trucks are built at the Roanoke Valley Operations facility in Roanoke, VA. Engines, transmissions and rear axles for the North American market are manufactured at its powertrain facility in Hagerstown, MD. You can count on our trucks and our people to handle any job and face whatever road lies ahead. We consider that expectation a privilege.
We are Mack. We are Born Ready.

Note: This is not an official Mack Trucks, Inc. or Volvo document.
For educational purposes only.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

We’re looking for employees who have…

Ability to work cross functionally
Agile approach to work
Strong communication skills

Plant Manager

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred. Formal training in leadership and communication. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in senior line management. Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, leadership, time management, creative and critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. In-depth knowledge of manufacturing.

Blue arrow showing progression from Operations Director Operations Director

Bachelor’s degree required; masters preferred. 8-10 years of relevant experience. Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time. Experience managing a significant segment of a large manufacturer. Thorough understanding of manufacturing and industrial production. Experience with manufacturing maintenance processes. Demonstrated ability to coach leadership and employees. Collaborate with site leadership team and senior staff.

Blue arrow showing progression from Operation Manager (Business Team Leader) Operation Manager (Business Team Leader)

BS/BA preferred. 7+ years related experience. 5-10 years in a lead manufacturing environment. Excellent computer skills. Demonstrated history in achieving production success and leading employees to meet business targets. Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all manufacturing operations of production, machinery, processing, and packaging departments, as well as production safety, delivery, quality, and on-time performance. Must be positive, outgoing, and able to communicate clearly and effectively.

Blue arrow showing progression from Supervisor Supervisor

Associate degree in technical field, 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing environment, and 2+ years of experience as manufacturing lead/supervisor. Understand the fundamentals of manufacturing. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and in a team. Strong problem-solving, organization, time management, and computer skills. Ability to lead and motivate. Adapts well to changing environment and varying daily tasks.

Blue arrow showing progression from Team Leader* Team Leader*

Minimum 1-year experience within department of team leader position. Basic computer skills required. Ability to learn and become proficient in tasks. Learn and follow new processes. Trouble shoot and solve quality and mechanical problems. Effective communication and listening skills. Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
*Other Promotional opportunities: Quality Gate Technician, Skilled Trades Apprentice, Quality Inspector Apprentice, Training Coordinator

Blue arrow showing progression from Production/Material Tech Production/Material Tech

High school diploma or GED required. Be able to lift/move 10 lbs. up to 50 lbs. Be able to work in a standing, bending, crouching, kneeling, or stretching position for extended periods of time. Ability to operate a forklift is preferred but not required. Work well in a team and have good communication skills. Able to follow regulations, policies, and procedures.