Converting Production Manager

Sofidel Sweden AB is one of the oldest tissue paper producers in Europe and, since 2010, part of the Italian Sofidel Group – the second-largest tissue manufacturer in Europe, employing around 9,000 people with an annual turnover of over €3.1 billion.

Located in Kinda municipality, Östergötland County, Sweden, our fully integrated production facility manages the complete process – from parent reels to finished consumer products. Our high-quality parent reels, made with virgin fibers and strict hygiene standards, are exported globally – to customers in Canada, South Africa, Europe, and China.

We are now searching for a Converting Production Manager to lead the production of finished goods such as toilet paper and kitchen towels. This is a key leadership role within our plant, responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations while driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that production targets related to safety, quality, efficiency, and delivery are achieved in line with Sofidel Group policies.
• Lead, coach, and develop production staff, including training planning and competence evaluation.
• Participate in new product development and manage technical trials and product testing.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with the planning department to meet service level targets.
• Drive Lean initiatives and operational excellence across the production floor.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in production or operations management, preferably in an automated or process industry.
• Relevant university degree in engineering, production management, or similar field.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Fluent in both Swedish and English (spoken and written).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in paper converting or similar manufacturing environments.
• Previous experience in team or department management roles.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.

Personal Attributes

• Results-oriented and proactive problem-solver.
• Communicative, attentive, and able to inspire team engagement
• Structured and detail-focused.
• Calm under pressure with strong decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team mindset.
• Passionate about operational excellence and employee development.

Employment Details

• Permanent full-time position
• Start date: As soon as possible (by agreement)

How to Apply

Please send your application in English no later than August 17th.

For questions about the position, contact our HR department at hr.sweden@sofidel.com.