ENGINEERING MANAGER (1-year employment contract)

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Please apply by May 26th

Local applicants welcome

Location: Vårgårda

Role: Fixed-term 1-year contract 

Reporting to: Serkan Karasulu - Factory Lead 

Engineering Manager

We are looking for an Engineering Manager to be responsible for managing and leading the Engineering & EHS Department according to JTI's standards and legal requirements.

In this role, you will be responsible for all activities, projects, initiatives, improvements, equipment related to Engineering, EHS & B&U areas within the factory organisation, including factory CapEx management and implementation. The role is the point of contact to Cluster Security Manager for Security topics.

Position:

As the Engineering Manager, you will: 

• Lead and coordinate Engineering & EHS projects and improvements activities in order to fulfil the business objectives based on KPI's analyses, Technical Safety standards, 5S and Kaizen initiatives etc.).
• Lead B&U team to ensure machine runability and meet all legal and internal requirements on regular controlls for all related equipment (including but not limited to: Waste handling, HVAC, Buildings, Compressors, Water system, Steam system, Hydro Power, Electrical Network, Sprinkler System, Site services
• Oversee local authorities inspections results, Equipment inspection records and schedule.
• Act as point of contact for Factory Security, provide input and advise regarding Factory Security to the Cluster and coordinate requested actions relevant to maintain appropriate security level at factory
• Report and follow-up performance and provide reports to Management and rapid feedback to the shop floor
• Ensure that all planned CapEx projects are properly planned and executed to meet AP plan
• Plan solid long term engineering solutions based on feasibility engineering studies
• Provide CapEx planning and support to other functions all the other managers with correct information for them to fulfil their responsibilities in the ASP process; CapEx projects, BAP/Memo preparation, OpEx planing for Engineering & B&U, Capacity, Yield, Performance, HC, Traning & EHS
• Deliver Engineering & EHS objectives and improvements as per target, through proper planning, implementation and analyzing of actuals, following up improvement actions and continuous communication via visual management tools
• Manage the development plan and identify training needs for people and motivation to subordinates to ensure organizational capability to meet business objectives
• Further develop the team to grow in their existing positions and prepare them for further challenges and increasing responsibility aswell as preparing them for a possible promotion
• Ensure people have received needed information and training according to Global and Local standards, policies, procedures and requirements
• Act as a management representative and represent the company professionally at all times to the business community and costumers
• Ensure compliance with JTI Corporate Standards, Management systems, Global and Local Policies and Procedures, Improvements Programs, JT Contamination Prevention Program, Code of Conduct and 5S3R
• Achieve and maintain a safe work environment and ensure that workers who are under his / her supervision work safely
• Recruit, motivate and guide the professional development of the team reporting directly and indirectly to the incumbent.
• Provide supervision, guidance and direction to all department members
• Be responsible for all communications provided to the department
• Conduct staff appraisals, talent reviews, amd performance related activities
• Define processes that are required to ensure that work is conducted in a way that fulfils all Nordic Snus Factory standards

Requirements: 

• University Bachelor Degree in Engineering
• Solid experience of working in Engineering in food industry
• People leadership experience 
• Lean or IWS working experience 
• Experience in Swedish Labor Law & Work Environment
• English and Swedish fluently written and spoken
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and preferable experience in MS Project and CAD-editors.
• SAP, EAM proficiency 

What to expect:

Expect growth opportunities, training, good compensation package, social security package. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.