Line Lead

As Line Lead, you have overall responsibility for the daily production operations. You lead, coach and develop your team of 23 employees, with a focus on safety, quality, delivery and cost.

You have clear responsibility for ensuring that the team always works in accordance with safety and compliance requirements. The team works together with you on shifts. The role mainly involves a 3-shift schedule, but may vary up to a 5-shift schedule depending on business needs.

You collaborate closely with functions such as Quality, Engineering, Planning and HR, and work in an international environment where English is a natural part of everyday work.

The role involves clear overall responsibility for people, results and structure, where you are expected to take initiative, drive change and actively contribute to the development of the business. An important part of the role is developing the team, creating engagement and ensuring that everyone has the right conditions to succeed.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Ensure that production is carried out safely and in accordance with applicable quality, safety and compliance requirements including RCA and CAPA analysis. 
• Plan staffing and create the right conditions for an effective shift organization.
• Follow up production, deviations and KPIs, and translate data into improvement actions.
• Lead and participate in improvement activities according to BAT ways of working, for example Lean.
• Lead, coach and develop the team in their daily work through clear objectives, continuous follow-up and regular feedback.

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience in leading, coaching and developing teams, with the ability to set clear expectations, provide feedback and manage challenging conversations.
• Strong and inclusive leadership skills, combining empathy, trust and clarity to engage people and deliver results through others.
• Strong focus on safety, quality and compliance, with a structured and consistent approach to daily operations.
• Data-driven and improvement-focused mindset, with experience using KPIs to follow up performance and drive continuous improvement; Lean experience is an advantage.
• Good communication skills in Swedish and English; experience in manufacturing or another operational environment is an advantage.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

In BAT Sweden we strive to create a smokeless reality on a day-to-day basis. If you wonder how we are getting there, please take a look at the OMNI report – a comprehensive study done to analyse the current market trends in tobacco harm reduction.

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.