Role: Production Development Manager
Seniority level: Expert
Location: Västerås (SE)
Remote: 0%
Assignment period: 01 Sep 2025 – 01 Jan 2026
About the Role
As Production Development Manager, you will lead a skilled team to drive efficiency, quality, and innovation in production processes. The position offers the opportunity to influence and shape the future of production development in a cutting-edge industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a department of 15 professionals within production development.

Ensure efficient introduction of new products into production.

Drive productivity, quality, and lead-time improvements in collaboration with product development projects.

Optimize production flows and reduce waste using Lean principles.

Oversee service and maintenance of production machinery.

Contribute to strategic development and achievement of overall business targets.

Coach, support, and develop team members through goal-setting and follow-up.

Actively participate in the Operations management team.

Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Several years of experience in production management (personnel or project).

Proven knowledge of Lean Production and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

Strong leadership skills with a track record in process improvement and development.

Fluency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Driven, structured, and persistent, with strong change management skills.

Skilled at coaching and developing teams, fostering a shared vision.

Why Join
Be part of a market leader with a global customer base.

Work in a collaborative, innovative, and quality-focused environment.

Lead initiatives that directly impact production efficiency and long-term competitiveness.