Technology Area Manager Papermaking
Essity is a global, leading hygiene and health company. Every day, our products, solutions and services are used by a billion people around the world. Our purpose is to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, caregivers, customers and society. Sales are conducted in approximately 150 countries under the leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. More information at essity.com.
It’s an exciting time to be part of our collaborative inclusive team. Come and join our Central Technology team on our journey to improve the well-being of millions. Together we can make a difference!
About the role:
Are you passionate about driving technical excellence in papermaking? Do you thrive in global project environments? Ready to shape the future of sustainable manufacturing at Essity?
As a Technology Area Manager Papermaking, you will play a key role in Essity’s Central Technology team, supporting global papermaking projects. This is a hands-on technical support role focused on translating operational needs into robust engineering solutions. You will work closely with manufacturing sites, vendors, and internal stakeholders to deliver high-impact projects that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk!
What you will do:
Project Execution & Technical Support: Lead multiple papermaking technology projects from preparation through to performance validation, ensuring alignment with site needs and vendor capabilities.
Vendor Collaboration & Scope Definition: Translate operational challenges into best in class technical specifications, review and align vendor quotations, and support sourcing during negotiations to ensure fit-for-purpose solutions.
Design Review & Startup Oversight: Lead design reviews, validate operability, maintainability, and safety, and provide on-site support during startup phases to ensure successful implementation.
Technology Feasibility & Risk Management: Conduct feasibility studies, identify and mitigate risks (e.g. using FMEA), and ensure manufacturability and cost-efficiency in all development stages.
Capex & Specification Development: Prepare Capex inputs and define Technology Requirement Specifications to secure well-defined equipment delivery and investment clarity.
Supplier Development: Steer and develop external suppliers to ensure technical capability and alignment with Essity’s standards.
Performance Monitoring: Follow up on project outcomes to ensure vendor guarantees are met and continuous improvements are achieved.
Coaching & Knowledge Sharing: Coach, and train Engineers and project team members to build internal capability and share best practices across sites.
Who you are:
University degree in Mechanical, Papermaking, Chemical Engineering or a related technical field.
Proven track record in papermaking, process engineering, or vendor-side project roles, with demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects in a manufacturing or industrial papermaking environment.
Skilled in using Microsoft 365, AutoCAD and 3D modelling tools (e.g., Navisworks, eDrawings).
Strong communicator and collaborator with the ability to influence, think critically, and adapt to diverse cultural and technical contexts.
Availability to travel; relocation not requested.
Fluent in English - All Applicants are requested to deliver their CV in English language.
What we can offer you:
At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewards.
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