Scout Motors Appoints New Chief Production Officer - Theminorityeye : Job Details

Overview

(Columbia, SC) – Scout Motors Inc. has appointed Oliver Wollinsky to serve as Chief Production Officer. In this role, Wollinsky will oversee the completion and ramp-up of the new Scout Motors Production Center in Blythewood, South Carolina, and lead manufacturing of its SUV and truck, with initial production targeted to begin in 2027.

Wollinsky previously served as Vice President of Production after joining Scout Motors and relocating to Columbia, S.C., in mid-2024.

Oliver is the kind of leader who rolls up his sleeves and gets the job done. He's strategic, hands-on and knows what it takes to build high-performing, innovative teams and launch complex manufacturing operations, said Scott Keogh, President and CEO of Scout Motors. He's already been instrumental in getting our Production Center off the ground, and I have no doubt his leadership will ensure we bring Scout vehicles to life with the quality and craftsmanship our customers expect.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the completion and ramp-up of Scout Motors' Production Center in Blythewood, South Carolina.
• Lead the manufacturing of Scout Motors' SUV and truck programs, with initial production targeted to begin in 2027.
• Provide strategic, hands-on leadership to build high-performing manufacturing teams and launch complex manufacturing operations.

Qualifications / Background

• More than 25 years in manufacturing leadership; roles at the Volkswagen Group in Germany and at Mercedes-Benz, including Vice President of Manufacturing Operations in South-East Asia and as a member of the Management Board for Production in Hungary.
• Former Plant Manager for SAIC Volkswagen, where he oversaw the construction of two manufacturing facilities and spearheaded development of the Volkswagen Group's first manufacturing site dedicated exclusively to electric vehicle production.
• Joined Scout Motors as Vice President of Production and relocated to Columbia, SC in mid-2024.