Production Manager to Malmö

Bodycote; Malmo (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Supportive culture

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Bodycote is seeking a Production Manager based in Malmö for a full-time, permanent role. This position includes responsibilities such as production planning, leadership within the workshop, and driving safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in manufacturing, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in both Swedish and English. You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and play a significant role in daily operations.

Along with a competitive salary, the company offers career progression opportunities within a global environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Proven leadership experience in a workshop or similar environment.
• A proactive, structured approach.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for production planning and maximum furnace utilization.
• Lead and allocate work within the workshop daily.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on Lean principles.

Skills

Production experience

Leadership experience

Planning and organizational skills

Strong commitment to safety

Effective communication

Results-oriented approach

Fluency in Swedish

Intermediate English

Job description

About Bodycote

At Bodycote, we’re more than the world’s leading provider of heat treatment and specialist thermal processing services. We’re a people business at heart. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability shapes everything we do. With a global footprint and a culture built on collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Sustainability is central to our future. We’re on an ambitious journey to reduce our environmental impact through advanced technologies, smarter processes, and ongoing innovation, with our teams around the world playing a key role in making that happen.

The Role

As Production Manager, you will be responsible for production planning to ensure maximum furnace utilisation. You will work closely with delivery coordination on a daily basis to ensure production aligns with customer agreements. You will lead and allocate work within the workshop, ensuring that all team members clearly understand daily expectations and that performance is regularly followed up. You will communicate production status and achieved results across the organization and actively participate in local management team meetings. In addition, you will contribute to Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) activities in line with company procedures. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives based on Lean principles, including 5S.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience in production, manufacturing, or industrial operations
• Proven leadership experience in a workshop or similar environment
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively across Teams
• Experience with customer contacts and other external parties
• Proactive, structured, and results‑oriented approach
• Fluent Swedish and intermediate English
• Experience within heat treatment is preferred

What’s In It For You

• Career progression opportunities within a global business
• Exposure to operational development and continuous improvement initiatives
• A supportive, inclusive culture where your growth and development matter
• The opportunity to play a key role in daily operations and team performance
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Location & Work Pattern

This role is a full time, permanent position based in Malmö, with onsite expectations. Some travel may be required depending on business needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of characteristics protected by local law, including (where applicable) gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and ethnic origin. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.