Department Manager

* Ensure all system requirements are practiced for the management of HSE&R Hazards & Incidents;
* Support and drive BOS (Be Aware of Safety) initiatives and other site-based co-operative safety programs;
* Lead and promote HSE&R practices within Shift/Line Crews;
* Support operations area and RST teams to ensure compliance with any Return To Work programs;
* Drives and supports “Life Saving Rules” and “Run to Standard” culture;:
* Leads in implementing the Environmental, Health and Safety, Quality/Food Safety System (QRESH) policies and procedures to meet or exceed our customers product quality, service and sustainability expectations, including certification requirements such as ISO:14001, SFQ, and others as applicable;
* Demonstrates leadership in the prevention of pollution, compliance with applicable legal and other requirements, and continual improvement of environmental performance especially in the areas of recognized Environmental Significant Aspects and Essity’s established corporate sustainability goals;
* Practice commitment to the philosophy that Environmental, Health and Safety, Quality/Food Safety (QRESH) stewardship is everyone’s responsibility.
* Identify any operator skill gaps and provide or recommend training Provide coaching and mentoring support to the RST and Crew/Line Teams to achieve the team and their individual goals;
* Proactively work with and support the RST structure and actively engage with the operators.
* Identify opportunities to implement HMex and other Operational Effectiveness tools to improve efficiency and eliminate waste in manufacturing processes;
* Pro-actively address operational losses and optimal maintenance and sustainability needs for assets within the incumbent’s business area to reduce cost for current and future operations;
* Facilitate and Mentor the use of HMex operational effectiveness programs (i.e, Centerlining).
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering field preferred.
* Minimum 5 years production leadership, line leadership, process engineering, or maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing area with direct reports required;
* Strong preference for paper converting or similar heavy manufacturing experience;
* Strong sense of urgency and teamwork;
* Strong communication, scheduling and organizing skills;
* Proven ability in managing others as well as influencing and building partnerships;
* Ability to lead teams through change and improvement;
* Leadership experience with a customer focus on industrial reliability;
* Proven knowledge and track record in world class maintenance safety processes;
* Knowledge of industrial mechanical equipment;
* Ability to work and communicate with outside resources: OEM representatives, vendors, contractors, service companies;
* Problem solving and root cause analysis skills.

* United Healthcare PPO / Eye Med Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance;
* Wellness program provided through Rally;
* Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA);
* 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution;
* Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance;
* Employee Assistance Program;
* PTO offering with Paid Holidays;
* Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance;
* Employee discounts program;
* Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Our expertise began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. We innovate for good to break barriers and contribute to shaping a healthier future. At Essity, we have a people-first approach where every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential through a winning culture driven by a powerful purpose.

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