Production Manager

Arta Plast AB; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Swedish manufacturer of injection-moulded components is seeking a Head of Production Technology. This role involves leading a department responsible for managing production equipment and driving improvements. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in the process industry, specifically in automation, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. The opportunity offers a dynamic work environment focusing on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading, motivating, and developing teams.
• At least 5 years of experience in the process industry with high demands.
• Strong proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of production equipment.
• Responsible for tooling and optimising automation systems.
• Lead development and improvement projects.
• Promote energy-saving measures across the company.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Technical Expertise in Automation

Strong Communication

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in German

Education

Technical education or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you an experienced leader with a technical background who wants to help shape a modern production environment? As Head of Production Technology at ArtaPlast, you will play a key role in leading the Production Technology department. You will be responsible for driving the department forward, developing working methods, and creating the best conditions for an efficient and sustainable production.

About the role

You will lead the Production Technology department with full managerial responsibility for six employees. The department consists of staff specialising in automation and set‑up. It has a central role within the company and is responsible for ensuring the operation and optimisation of production equipment, including automation solutions and injection moulding machines. You will drive improvement and development projects within your area. You plan the daily work of your department in close collaboration with other departments in engineering and production. You also maintain broad contacts both internally and with external partners. You report to the Plant Manager, and the position is based in Tyresö.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the operation of the company’s production equipment.
• Responsible for tooling and optimising automation systems and injection moulding machines.
• Work closely with other technical departments and production planning to minimise downtime and ensure continuous production.
• Lead and actively contribute to development and improvement projects within your area of responsibility.
• Actively promote energy‑saving measures across the company.

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading, motivating, and developing teams.
• Technical education and/or at least 5 years of experience in the process industry with high demands, such as injection moulding, automation, or other similar manufacturing industries.
• Strong proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Proficiency in German is considered an advantage.

Personality

• Highly structured and goal‑driven, with a proven ability to implement improvements.
• Strong communicator and attentive listener, with a natural ability to collaborate across departments.
• Decisive, proactive, and solution‑focused, with a strong ability to make sound decisions.
• A confident and inspiring leader who motivates and develops their team.

What We Offer

At ArtaPlast, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment driven by innovation, quality, and sustainability. You will join a committed company that values both people and technology — giving you a key role in shaping the future of production.

About Arta Plast AB

Arta Plast AB is one of Sweden's leading companies in the manufacturing and development of injection‑moulded plastic components. Within the company, we have amassed extensive expertise in production and product development, which, combined with a genuine problem‑solving mentality, enables us to offer our customers competitive products.

The company operates in two business areas: food packaging and medical technology products. The product range primarily consists of in‑house developed products, but we also undertake projects as subcontractors for several well‑known companies. The majority of the company's production is exported.

Application

We are working in partnership with Addilon for this recruitment. Please submit your application (CV and cover letter) as soon as possible via the link below. Applications will be reviewed continuously, and the position may be filled before the closing date. A background check will be carried out for the final candidate. For enquiries about the role, please call [phone] on weekdays between 9:00 and 10:00.