Site Director: Lean, TPM & Digital Manufacturing Leader

Essity Aktiebolag (publ); Askersunds kommun; On-site; SEK 2,000,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Essity Aktiebolag (publ) in Sweden seeks a Site Director Medical to lead a manufacturing site of about 75 employees, overseeing production, quality, safety, supply chain and overall performance. You will drive the manufacturing strategy in line with the site’s business needs and global objectives.

The role requires a strong background in TPM, Lean, automation and continuous improvement, proven P&L ownership, and the ability to build a high-performing leadership team.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent education.
• 6 years of experience in site or plant leadership within FMCG or MedTech environments.
• Strong background in TPM, Lean, automation/digitalization, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated P&L ownership and experience driving measurable operational improvements.
• Skilled collaborator with experience in matrixed, multinational organizations.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities, able to inspire teams and influence stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial, resilient, and energized by transformation and fast-paced global environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations with a strong focus on Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Motivation (SQCDM).
• Own the site’s full P&L, define operational targets, and drive competitiveness and productivity.
• Strengthen a proactive, compliance-driven safety culture and ensure audit-readiness at all times.
• Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing leadership team that fosters accountability and continuous improvement.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and TPM to accelerate efficiency, automation, and digitalization.
• Collaborate closely with global commercial and functional teams to ensure product availability and exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Represent the site in global initiatives, steering committees, and cross-functional forums.
• Maintain strong, constructive union relationships in partnership with HR.
• Drive a culture of ownership, learning, and performance excellence at all levels.
• Drive innovation, implement capital investments, and enhance the site’s long-term strategic capabilities.

Skills

TPM

Lean manufacturing

Automation & digitalization

Continuous improvement

P&L ownership

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree or equivalent education

Job description

Essity Aktiebolag (publ) in Sweden seeks a Site Director Medical to lead a manufacturing site of about 75 employees, overseeing production, quality, safety, supply chain and overall performance. You will drive the manufacturing strategy in line with the site’s business needs and global objectives.

The role requires a strong background in TPM, Lean, automation and continuous improvement, proven P&L ownership, and the ability to build a high-performing leadership team.