Technology Area Manager (d/f/m)

Essity is a leading global hygiene and healthcare company. We are committed to improving the quality of life through high-quality hygiene and healthcare solutions. We sell our products and solutions in around 150 countries under many strong brands, including the global market leaders TENA and Tork, as well as well-known brands such as Jobst, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, Vinda and Zewa.

About the Role

This position is located in Hamburg, Germany and reports to the Global Technology Manager Medical. The contract is limited for 3 Years (this applies to a tariff position).

We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate and experiment. If you are passionate about technology and motivated by making a real impact on products that improve patients' lives, we'd love to talk.

What you will do 

• Drive the development, standardization and implementation of manufacturing technologies across Essity Medical to support growth and operational excellence

• Establish and maintain global technology standards, equipment specifications and manufacturing best practices to ensure consistency and compliance

• Lead technical and manufacturing technology workstreams within major investment and industrialization projects, providing expertise from concept development through implementation and supporting technology transfer, start-up and ramp-up

• Scout, evaluate and introduce innovative manufacturing technologies and industry trends to strengthen Essity’s future capabilities

• Provide technical leadership in equipment selection, supplier engagement, requirement definition, technology assessments and design reviews

• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders to develop robust, scalable and sustainable manufacturing solutions while improving safety, quality and performance across the global Medical network

Who you are 

Even if not all of the following points apply to you, we would be happy to get to know you and talk about the possibility of working with you!

• University degree in Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. Other engineering backgrounds with relevant experience are also welcome

• Several years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, technology development or capital investment projects, preferably in an international environment

• Solid understanding of manufacturing equipment, automation, machine design and industrial production processes; experience in regulated industries is an advantage

• Proven ability to define technical requirements, equipment specifications, technology standards and manufacturing concepts

• Strong capability to drive technical topics, influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across functions, sites and cultures

• Curious and innovative mindset, combined with strong communication skills, a hands-on approach, willingness to travel internationally, and fluency in English. German and additional languages are considered an advantage

What we can offer you 

The benefits listed refer to the primary location. If you want to start at another location, these may vary. This also applies to a non-tariff position. 

• Compensation & Benefits 
  Compensation according to the chemical tariff, yearly special payment, holiday allowance and bonus, pension schemes, anniversary bonus, child allowance, Corporate Benefits & other employee benefits 

• Work-Life-Balance 
  Hybrid working model, flexible working hours, overtime compensation, 37,5h week, 30 days of vacation, future amount (can be used as 5 days of vacation, Lease-a-bike or payout), lifetime working time account 

• Learning & Development 
  Structured onboarding, training opportunities such as digital learning platform, coaching & mentoring as possible part of individual development plan, participation in professional conferences and fairs 

• Health & Well-being 
  Discounted fitness membership, Urban Sports Club, health and well-being month, Walk-and-Talk Meetings, nilo.health & mindfulness courses, "PME Familienservice", employee surveys 

• Team & Collaboration 
  People culture, communities & networks, co-working spaces, leadership guidelines, canteen 

• Mobility 
  Public transport allowance, bicycle parking, free car parking, e-charging stations 

This is Us

At Essity our Beliefs & Behaviours (Care, Collaboration, Courage and Commitment) is the foundation for our inclusive culture and as such something we are living on an everyday basis. With a purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being diversity, equity & inclusion is established in our core.

We are committed against discrimination on the basis of color, ethnicity, migration history, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, caregiving responsibilities, disability, chronic illness, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information and other. We explicitly welcome applications from people who are structurally, institutionally, intersectionally discriminated.

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