Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Summary

GKN Sweden in Trollhättan are now looking for a Manager Manufacturing Engineering. The Manager Manufacturing Engineering will be a member of the ME team within structures at GAS. As ME Manager your main responsibilities is to lead our talented engineers in our journey towards zero defect, implementation of new technology and to live the “play to win” mentality.

Job Responsibilities

You will have the responsibility for internal work environment and personal health and safety

• Development and training of the co-workers competences, skills, behaviors and to become ready for new positions with increased responsibilities
• Resource capacity and flexibility in order to meet targets agreed with Businesses
• Ensuring visual leadership including recognition, coaching and constructive feedback to employees
• Continuous improvement, in the framework of Lean, for the working methods and processes that the department are involved in for to reach our business goals
• Being responsible for the department’s budget and results
• Represent the manufacturing organization in different management forums with cross-functional attendees
• You will be responsible for production commitments related to early stages in the product development process including reviews and milestones
• In addition, you will personally manage tasks that are of importance for Manufacturing Engineering within Operations, and lies within your area of expertise

Job Qualifications

We are looking for a target-oriented person with a strong drive to deliver and constantly develop and improve the team. You are a firm leader with an interest and ability to lead and develop your employees. The position requires good understanding of the ME community and strong collaboration within GAS but also other vital functions of GKN Engines.

• You have a technical education, preferably at academic level 
• Relevant experience in Manufacturing Engineering, minimum of 5-years and/or other relevant experiences
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team in delivering results on time, with a high focus of robustness and quality.
• Have the ability work independently as well as through your team and cross functional in order to meet established goals and targets
• An analytical mind with the capability to communicate those skills in both Swedish and English
• An outgoing, open-minded, and positive person with a demonstrated talent to manage continuous improvement.
• Have the ability to work proactively

Great consideration will be given to your personal suitability for the position!

Recruitment process

The selection process is ongoing, and the position may be filled before the final application date. Therefore, do not wait to submit your application.

Last date for application 2025-08-17

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