Scout Motors appoints new Chief Production Officer

Oliver L. Wollinsky to lead Scout Motors’ manufacturing strategy and operations

Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”) 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.

Oliver L. Wollinsky

Wollinsky previously served as Vice President of Production after joining Scout Motors and relocating to Columbia, S.C., in mid-2024. This transition comes with deep appreciation for former Chief Production Officer, Dr. Jan Spies, who passed away in January and left a lasting impact on Scout Motors.

“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.”

Wollinsky previously served as 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.

His extensive career, spanning more than 25 years, includes leadership roles at the Volkswagen Group in Germany and at Mercedes-Benz, where, amongst other roles, he served as Vice President of Manufacturing Operations in South-East Asia and as a member of the Management Board for Production in Hungary.

“I’m excited to step into this role at such a pivotal time for Scout Motors,” said Wollinsky. “This is an organization with a strong heritage and an even brighter future. I look forward to working with this incredible team to develop a world-class Production Center from the ground up right here in Blythewood, South Carolina.”

Scout Motors is actively hiring for more than 100 jobs across the company, more than half of which are located in South Carolina. Current career opportunities can be found on the Scout Motors’ careers page at scoutmotors.com/careers. Potential candidates can indicate their interest for future manufacturing positions by submitting their information at scoutmotors.sctechjobs.com.

About Scout Motors 

The Scout, originally produced by International Harvester from 1961-80, was the world’s first utility vehicle capable of both off-road adventure and family duty. It was the 8-day-a-week truck. The Scout brand is now an American icon whose heritage is kept alive by a dedicated community of doers who continue to push their vehicles on the farm, in the wilderness, and on family outings.  

Scout Motors was formed to craft the next era of trucks and rugged SUVs rooted in the same tradition that made the original Scout vehicle an American icon. Scout Motors is revitalizing a legend and returning manufacturing to American shores. 

Initial production is targeted to begin at the Scout Motors Production Center near Columbia, South Carolina, in 2027.

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