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Job Scope Why does the role exist? High level purpose of function. The Engineering Manager ensures the reliability of assets, continuous improvement of manufa...
Job Scope
Why does the role exist? High level purpose of function.
The Engineering Manager ensures the reliability of assets, continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, and deployment of automation solutions to support operational excellence, safety, and sustainability. Oversee a team of manufacturing engineers and automation engineers. Oversee the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for existing products in a manner that meets company standards and ensures minimum equipment downtime.
Key Responsibilities
Overall areas of responsibilities and activities
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)
Ownership of the development and implementation of the plant’s engineering and maintenance strategy aligned with production and business objectives.
Recruit, lead and mentor a cross-functional team of engineers and technicians.
Drive a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Responsible for developing the “4Ms” within the area – Manning, Machine, Method and Materials.
Plan work, assign tasks appropriately and appraise results.
Assist in team development while holding teams accountable for their commitments, removing roadblocks to their work; leveraging organizational resources to improve capacity for project work; and mentoring and developing team members .
Monitor KPIs such as MTTR and OEE; defining targets inline with the business plan.
Assign resources to optimize production processes to improve throughput, yield, and quality to meet customer demand and business plan.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring issues.
Manage spare parts strategy and contribute to the development of maintenance budget and ensure compliance.
Use data driven approaches to increase cost efficiency, organization efficiency and overall performance using, but not limited to, lean methodologies.
Support industrialization of new products and technologies.
Collaborate with IT teams on smart factory initiatives.
Ensure cybersecurity and compliance in automation systems.
Implement, manage, and enforce health and safety policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with ISO standards and industry-specific requirements (eg PPAP, IATF).
Maintain technical documentation, including but not limited to work instructions, technical agreements, maintenance plans and risk assessments.
Complete supplementary tasks as seen fit by management to effectively utilize time and resource for the benefit of the business.
This role requires regular presence on the production floor.
Requirements
Educational background and previous experience required for the role
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role in engineering and maintenance, preferably in high-volume manufacturing (battery, automotive, electronics, chemicals, or similar).
Proven leadership experience managing technical teams in manufacturing organizations .
Experience in the modern Operations Management principles: Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, TPM.
Experienced in continuous improvement and root cause analysis.
Specific skills & Knowledge
Ability to document technical problems concisely.
Excellent problem-solving, communication and project management skills.
Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus. You should have good communication skills and be able to work in close collaboration with colleagues from many different teams.
Ability to work within varying environments including clean-rooms and dry-rooms, while wearing appropriate PPE.
Comfortable operating in high-profile, international, and high-pressure environments.
Job Scope High level purpose of function. The Manager - Central Workshop oversees and manages the daily operations of the central workshop, ensuring all maintenance, repair, and fabrication activities are executed efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. The Central Workshop is responsible for maintaining and repairing precision cutting knives, molds and spare parts. Additionally, fabrication of new spare parts and components using CNC, mills, lathes, grinders, 3D printers, quality inspection tools, etc. This role is essential for maintaining a culture of safety and quality, while maximizing equipment uptime and providing critical technical support to internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to) Operational Management: Develop, implement, and monitor workshop policies, procedures, and standards to optimize performance and workflow. Oversee task prioritization, scheduling, and allocation of jobs to the technical team. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage workshop staff, including technicians and supervisors. Conduct performance reviews and identify training and development opportunities. Quality Control: Ensure all work meets established quality standards and regulatory compliance. Implement quality control measures and perform inspections of completed jobs. Resource Management: Manage inventory for spare parts, supplies, and tools, coordinating with procurement to ensure adequate stock levels and cost-effective purchasing. Manage the maintenance and selection of appropriate workshop equipment. Health and Safety: Have overall responsibility for Health & Safety within the workshop, implementing and enforcing safety protocols, ensuring compliance with all regulations, and conducting regular safety audits and risk assessments Requirements Educational background and previous experience required for the role. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. Years of experience can substitute for degree. Minimum of 7 years of experience in a workshop environment, including at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role. Proven hands-on experience and advanced technical knowledge of machinery operations, maintenance, repair, or fabrication. Qualifications and experience Progress toward a professional engineering or management certification is highly desirable. Experience in heavy equipment or complex machinery maintenance is a plus. Experience managing compliance with ISO quality management systems (e.g., ISO9001) is a plus. Specific skills Strong technical proficiency in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance procedures. Proficiency in workshop management software and tools. Excellent budgetary, financial management, and reporting skills. Effective communication and interpersonal skills for managing staff, customers, and external contractors. Accountability: Ability to take ownership of issues and ensure strict compliance with safety and quality standards.
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Are you an experienced and business-oriented R&D leader who wants to shape the future of agricultural technology? Do you thrive in an international environment where innovation, customer value, and operational excellence go hand in hand? As Head of R&D Business Line Agriculture, you will play a key role in driving technology development and product development excellence for the future of farming. About the Role As Head of Research and Development - Business Line Agriculture, you will have overall responsibility for the R&D organization within JOST’s Business Line Agriculture. You will lead and develop the R&D function with a clear focus on innovation, product development, quality, efficiency, and long-term competitiveness. The Agriculture R&D function covers 2 brands and 7 sites across 4 continents. In close collaboration with business management, product management, operations, sales, and other stakeholders, you will ensure that our R&D activities support the strategic direction of the business line and meet current and future customer and regulatory needs. You will be part of the Business Line Agriculture management team and report to Head of Business Line Agriculture and VP of Product Development JOST. The role is located in Umeå, Brännland, Sweden. Your Responsibilities Lead, develop, and set the direction for the R&D organization within Business Line Agriculture, including building leadership capability, collaboration, and engagement. Secure delivery of the product roadmap in cooperation with Product Management, with clear R&D execution and technology contribution. Drive innovation, product development, and continuous improvement across the full product lifecycle. Ensure efficient R&D processes, methods and tools together with effective use of engineering resources across sites. Secure high standards in quality, compliance, validation, documentation, and product safety. Collaborate closely with other functions, business lines, and global stakeholders to create scalable and competitive solutions. Manage budgets, priorities, and resources to ensure delivery on strategic and operational objectives. Your Profile We are seeking a strategic, inclusive, and highly impactful leader who excels at inspiring and developing high-performing engineering teams, aligning technical capabilities with business objectives, and driving sustainable growth through the creation of innovative, high-margin solutions. You are confident in leading others, creating direction, and driving change in a complex and international environment. You communicate clearly, build trust, and enjoy working closely with both teams and stakeholders. We believe you have University degree in Engineering or another relevant technical field. Solid leadership experience in engineering or R&D, preferably in agriculture, mobile machinery, automotive, or a similar technical industry. Experience in leading managers, specialists, or cross-functional engineering teams. Strong understanding of product development processes, project portfolio management, and technology roadmaps. A proven ability to drive change, build structure, and improve ways of working in an international organization. Fluency in English is required, and Swedish is meriting. What can we offer? At JOST Umeå you get to work in an international environment for a world-leading company. Our employees describe the atmosphere with us as familiar between colleagues, both within and between departments. In terms of work, there is great freedom under responsibility, short decision paths and great opportunities to develop. Working with us means being part of a team with strong forward thinking, drive and ambition – always with the customer's best interests in focus. We work for our customers to be met by high quality products and it is important for us to be innovative in the industry. Through technological development at the forefront, we contribute to the agriculture of the future. As employee benefits, we offer flexible working hours as we think that it is important for our employees to be able to adapt the work to what suits each individual's life situation. We also offer wellness grants and massage at our workplaces. We also offer the possibility of a benefit bike and private health insurance. As we want to increase our diversity, we especially welcome applicants with different genders and backgrounds. To ensure a safe and secure work environment, we conduct background checks in connection with recruitment and apply random drug tests at our workplace.