Factory Manager, Brastad Factory – Husqvarna Group

Are you a dynamic, people oriented leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence? We are seeking a dedicated Factory Manager in Brastad to lead our team towards operational success and innovation.

About Us:

Husqvarna Group is a world-leading manufacturer of innovative products and solutions for forest, park, and garden care. Our range includes chainsaws, trimmers, robotic lawn mowers, and ride-on mowers. The Group is also a leader in Europe in garden watering and a world leader in cutting equipment and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries.

The factory in Brastad with around 100 employees is at the forefront of precision engineering within the largest Division, Husqvarna Forest And Garden. We are dedicated to manufacturing components that ensure the reliability and performance of Husqvarna's professional products worldwide. Our expertise extends beyond traditional manufacturing to include innovative solutions for robotics, reinforcing our role as a leader in both industrial and consumer markets.

The role:

As the Factory Manager, you will be the driving force behind both the daily operations and the long-term strategic direction of our Brastad facility together with your management team of 7 people. You will oversee our state-of-the-art, highly automated component factory, ensuring our organization, work methods, and capacity align with our ambitious company goals. You will play a crucial role in leading our team towards new heights of efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

• Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure that components are available to customers in the required quantities, quality, and timeframes. Strive for efficiency and sustainability in all aspects of factory operations by implementing innovative solutions to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Ensure Compliance and Standards: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements affecting the factory's operations. Uphold the Brastad factory's policies and environmental standards. Maintain the highest standards of quality and safety in all operations.
• Plan for the Future: Develop and communicate a clear vision for the future of the factory, setting achievable goals and aligning the team’s efforts towards meeting these objectives. Work closely with other departments to ensure the factory’s operations support the overall business strategy.

In this role, you will be more than a manager; you will be a leader who inspires and empowers your team. You will foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement, grounded in our core values: Bold, Dedicated, and Care. By prioritizing open communication and a positive work environment, you will help us achieve our PQCD objectives and environmental commitments.

Your leadership will ensure that our factory remains at the forefront of industry innovation, setting new standards in automation and production excellence.

Who Are You?

• 10 years of experience in a managerial role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Higher education in engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience assessed as comparable.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and leading change initiatives within an organization.
• Strong understanding of LEAN principles and environmental sustainability practices.
• Ability to drive efficiency and innovation.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• You are a modern, humble, and people-oriented leader who embodies and fosters a sense of community and teamwork, encouraging collaboration across all levels of the organization. You understand that the success of the factory is rooted in the well-being and motivation of its employees.
• You lead by example, prioritize open communication, and foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

Location: Brastad. Travel may be required as part of this position.

Language Requirements: Proficiency in both Swedish and English is essential for this role.

Your application:

Can you imagine being part of this exciting challenge? Don’t hesitate to submit your application today.

As we approach the holiday season, our recruitment process will be adjusted accordingly. We will review applications continuously, but we will likely start contacting candidates in August- September. At Husqvarna, we value work-life balance. We appreciate your understanding of this and take this opportunity to wish you a wonderful summer.

Please note that we do not accept applications via email due to GDPR regulations.

For questions about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Andreas Levander, andreas.levander@husqvarnagroup.com