Sustainability Manager (vikariat)

Surgical Science is a global organisation and leading provider of medical training simulations and software solutions. Surgical Science is listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market.   Together with healthcare partners and customers in more than 90 countries, we enhance patient safety and healthcare outcomes through evidence-based, state-of-the-art simulation technology that improves clinical proficiency and performance - enabling safe and effective training without putting patients at risk.   Our solutions are used by medical training centres, universities, hospitals, and the medical device industry for practice, assessment, and certification.   With offices in Gothenburg (HQ), Stockholm, Tel Aviv, Cleveland, Cardiff, and Shenzhen, we are a fast-growing and stable organisation in a rapidly evolving world. We foster a hybrid work culture that supports onsite and remote collaboration across teams and time zones.   Most production managers make widgets. You'll make the simulators that train surgeons.   Surgical Science's products are used in hospitals and training centers across the globe to help clinicians build the skills they need before they ever operate on a real patient. Behind every simulator that ships from our Gothenburg facility is a production team that has to get it right — every time.   We're looking for an Operations & Production Manager to lead that team. Based at our headquarters in Gothenburg, you'll oversee production, build, and warehouse operations and be the driving force behind output, quality, and efficiency. You'll report directly to the COO and play a central role in how we scale our manufacturing capabilities as the company grows. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who genuinely loves the craft of operational excellence — and who understands that the people running the floor are the engine of everything.   What you'll actually do Lead and develop our production, build, and warehouse teams — setting direction, maintaining standards, and building a culture where people do their best work Own production planning and scheduling, balancing capacity, delivery commitments, and resource constraints in a dynamic, fast-moving environment Define and monitor KPIs across the full production operation and drive structured improvement when targets aren't met Champion continuous improvement — whether that's lean practices, workflow redesign, or tooling upgrades, you'll find and close the gaps Ensure full compliance with safety and quality standards across all production activities Manage budgets and resources — workforce, materials, and equipment — with both short-term delivery and long-term sustainability in mind Collaborate closely with QC, R&D, and supply chain to keep product launches on track and production issues resolved fast Own the people side of your operation: hiring, onboarding, developing, and when necessary, managing performance and exits   What you need to bring 5–8 years of production or operations management experience, with a track record of leading teams and delivering results in a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of production planning, capacity management, and shop floor operations Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 5S, Kaizen, or similar) A natural people leader — someone who builds trust on the floor, sets clear expectations, and develops talent over time Sharp analytical skills: you read KPI dashboards, find root causes, and act on data — not instinct alone Clear communicator in English (Swedish is a plus); comfortable engaging with both the production floor and senior stakeholders Proficient with Microsoft Office and production management tools   Even better if you have Background in medical devices, electronics, or complex hardware manufacturing Experience in a quality-regulated or ISO-certified production environment Familiarity with ERP systems and production scheduling software Experience scaling a production operation during a period of company growth   Where this can take you As Surgical Science expands its product portfolio and increases production volumes, the scope of this role grows with it. The natural next step is broader operational leadership — with visibility into supply chain, facilities, and global manufacturing strategy. You'll work at the centre of a company that has been growing consistently, backed by over 25 years of innovation in medical simulation.   You'll also be building something: a production function that matches the ambition of our products and the trust our healthcare customers place in us.   Life at Surgical Science 🌍 Global company, Swedish roots — HQ in the heart of Gothenburg 🏥 Products that genuinely impact patient safety worldwide 💻 Hybrid work flexibility ⌚ Flexible working hours 📈 A growing company with real investment in its people and operations 🤝 Culture built on respect, curiosity, and perseverance   Surgical Science as an employer Surgical Science is a global and continuously expanding organisation. You will be part of a dynamic, creative environment where we make sure to allow all employees to influence and contribute with their own unique experiences and knowledge.   Guided by our core values -  curiosity, respect, and perseverance - we strive to empower our people by recognising their strengths, supporting their growth, and creating opportunities to make a real impact.   We invite you to join us on this exciting and meaningful journey - to shape the future of medical training and improve care for patients around the world.   Apply today! If you think you would fit our fantastic team and enjoy our work environment, apply as soon as possible as recruitment is ongoing. Let us meet and work out together whether we are a match!We kindly request that you apply with a CV in English.

This is a unique opportunity to lead one of Nouryon’s most strategic manufacturing sites. As Site Director, you will be accountable for safe, compliant, and reliable operations, as well as the site’s financial performance and the leadership of a 325 FTE organization. The role focuses not only on operational excellence, but also on driving organizational transformation, workforce development, and a stronger safety culture. Success will depend as much on leading people through change as on delivering business results. In your future role as Site Director, you will Lead and develop the Stenungsund site organization (325 FTE) and leadership team. Hold overall responsibility for safety, health, environment, security, and regulatory compliance. Strengthen the site’s safety culture and drive continuous improvement. Lead organizational change, digitalization, and new ways of working. Build workforce capabilities, talent pipelines, and succession plans. Own the site's operating budget and drive productivity, cost efficiency, and performance. Lead asset management, reliability, and the site investment (CAPEX) portfolio. Ensure product quality, reliable operations, and supply chain performance. Foster a high-performing, inclusive culture with strong employee and union relations. Advance sustainability, decarbonization, and resource efficiency initiatives. Represent Nouryon with authorities, customers, industry partners, and local communities. Based full-time at the Stenungsund site, with limited travel (5–10%). We believe you bring Proven senior leadership experience in high-hazard manufacturing or process industries. Strong track record of leading organizational transformation and change. Experience driving measurable improvements in safety culture and HSE performance. Deep expertise in Process Safety, Asset Integrity, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated ability to build organizational capability, talent, and workforce skills. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including OpEx and CAPEX responsibility. Track record of improving productivity, cost performance, and operational efficiency through continuous improvement, digitalization, and AI. Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and Integrated Business Planning. Collaborative leader with the ability to build trust across employees, unions, and stakeholders. Degree in Engineering or a related field; advanced business or technical education is an advantage. Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English. Great if you have Formal change management training or certification (e.g. Prosci, Kotter, or equivalent). Direct experience running or sponsoring a behavioral-based safety program, with before/after evidence of culture change. Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or Master Black Belt certification. Broad process industry experience across multiple functions, and experience in Sweden or a similar Nordic/European regulatory and labor relations environment. Hands-on experience deploying AI or digital tools to drive productivity, cost, or workforce flexibility gains on an industrial site. We believe you embrace our Nouryon values in everyday life: Aim high, Own it & Do it right! You demand high standards and build a culture of ownership and accountability within your organization. You communicate promptly, accurately, and transparently to build trust, both internally and with customers. You challenge the status quo through a continuous improvement mindset, embedding data, analysis, and reasoning into decision-making. You build an environment that values shared success and collaboration at an enterprise level. We offer you A unique opportunity to join and lead a world-class site organization, to shape a decisive change and upskilling agenda, and to push the boundaries of operational and safety excellence — allowing the Stenungsund site to deliver on all stakeholder aspects. At Nouryon, we provide a great job and friendly co-workers, plus benefits in addition to salary. Our collective agreement is with IKEM. We also offer perks such as bonus, reduced hours, health care allowance, lunch allowance, and more. Have we got your interest? This is a permanent, full-time position, reporting to Geert Bonte, Vice President Operations Europe, Regional ISC, and based in Stenungsund. Please apply via our online recruitment system. As an applicant, you will be subject to a background check before employment; you will receive more information about this later in the recruitment process. We work actively and systematically with HSE matters to ensure a safe and sustainable working environment for our employees. As an employee, you may therefore be required to undergo drug testing on a random basis, as part of our commitment to safeguarding the safety and well-being of our staff. About Nouryon If you're looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon's worldwide team in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment. Visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn. Contact For additional information about the vacancy please contact hiring manager Geert Bonte, Vice President Operations Europe, Regional ISC, at geert.bonte@nouryon.com. If you have any questions about the recruitment process or your application, or need assistance, please contact Recruiting.SE@Nouryon.com. For union related questions: Unionen: Magnus Svensson – Magnus.Svensson@nouryon.com Akademikerna: Jessica Andersson – jessica.andersson@nouryon.com