PLM/PDM Administrator

We are Tork – the #1 brand of professional hygiene solutions in the world. We are a billion-dollar B2B brand that’s part of a company called Essity, a leading global health and hygiene company with $12B net sales in over 150 countries and more than 36,000 employees globally.

About the role

We are looking for a PLM/PDM Administrator within Essity´s global unit for Brand, Innovations and Sustainability which delivers global brand development and innovation for Tork, the world’s leading professional hygiene brand. 

We make, market, and sell everything from services, soap, and sanitizers to hand towels and napkins and everything in between. But we’re about more than just being another successful, global company. We are a purpose-driven team.

Our purpose is to "Create sustainable hygiene for all”. This means we care deeply about the people using our products and the planet we live on. We are inclusive and want to ensure that our products are easy to use and intuitive for any part of the population. Our team is diverse, driven and collaborative. We are based in multiple locations across Europe and North America. 

The PLM/PDM Administrator is a key position within a global technical center of excellence. This role is responsible for administering the CAD/PDM software applications, documentation standards, and product lifecycle management for Tork dispensers. This position is an important liaison between innovation, product management, and manufacturing.

Job Description

The PLM/PDM Administrator will be responsible for administering our Solidworks CAD and PDM systems. The role will be an internal expert and key contact for internal/external stakeholders in the areas of 2D/3D modeling standards, Product Lifecycle Management, and PDM System Administration including Software Upgrades, managing Engineering Changes, and improving system efficiency. This role will share design and technical knowledge, acting as an expert advisor to internal product developers, external engineering partners, manufacturing vendors, sourcing, and supply chain. This is a global position, which will interact with many stakeholders from various countries on a regular basis. Typical tasks for PLM/PDM Administrator would include:

Administration and continuous improvement of Solidworks CAD and Solidworks PDM Professional software to drive industry best practices and ensure utilization and efficiency among internal and external users.

Ensure system capability and define standards to maintain necessary technical data for quality and regulatory files.

Develop training materials and provide technical support and coaching to system users.

Manage all Solidworks licenses and maintenance contracts globally.

Gatekeeper for the transfer of data between the system and external resources, including the management and administration of external user accounts.

Develop and utilize efficient workflows for the lifecycle management of product specifications for new product launch, upgrades/maintenance, and obsolescence.

We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk. 

Who are you:

2-3+ years working with 2D/3D CAD documentation and PDM or PLM systems in a product development and/or manufacturing environment

Direct or indirect experience in continuous improvement environment or with quality management systems.

Proven competence in PLM systems and documentation with quality focus to steer manufacturing. Experience with "Solidworks PDM Professional" is an advantage.

Demonstrated experience creating 3D CAD models/assemblies and 2D CAD drawings. Solidworks experience or certification is an advantage.

International exposure is a merit.

Fluent in English, both verbally and written.

Furthermore, you have a strong customer orientation. You are a progressive thinker and stay of the forefront of technology and methodologies that define the current state of the art and who are passionate about continuous improvement and driving meaningful change to deliver innovative solutions. You understand the value of good service and take action to make usage of our systems easy for internal & external stakeholders. You thrive on building relationships and networking. You are a coach and an influencer who brings out the best in those around you. You can see the big picture and connect the dots that give a clear line of sight on your impact to team, department, and company level goals

Additional Information

Please apply online in English at your earliest convenience but not later than a deadline.

What we can Offer you

You’ll have a chance to help shape the future of hygiene in a way that breaks the paradigm between sustainability and efficacy.

At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewards

Together, we are improving lives, every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.