General Manager

General Manager - Tierpverken

Are you ready to take on a strategic leadership role in a global organization known for innovation and sustainability? We are looking for a
General Manager
to drive operational excellence, LEAN transformation, and digitalization at our plant located in Tierp, Sweden.

Your role

As General Manager, you will lead the Tierp Plant operations toward world-class manufacturing by:

• Driving the site's LEAN development and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
• Expanding digitalization and automation to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
• Ensuring safe, high-quality, and sustainable processes across the entire value chain.
• Aligning all activities with Atlas Copco's commitment to being First in Mind - First in Choice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and EHS.
• Implement and sustain LEAN principles, delivering measurable improvements.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives and customer requirements.
• Monitor and improve KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with legal, environmental, and corporate standards.
• Drive digitalization and automation initiatives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures to achieve financial targets.

To succeed, you will need

• Strong leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to set long-term direction and align operational goals with business objectives.
• Skilled in leading transformation and embedding LEAN culture.
• Committed to coaching, mentoring, and empowering teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex operational challenges.
• Builds trust and partnerships across functions and geographies.

Behavioral Expectations

• Acts as a role model for Atlas Copco's core values: Interaction, Commitment, and Innovation.
• Demonstrates resilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
• Promotes diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace.
• Maintains high ethical standards and integrity in all actions.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

In return, we offer

Working at Atlas Copco means joining a global leader committed to innovation, sustainability, and employee well-being. You will enjoy:

• Professional Growth: Global career opportunities, training programs, and development plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working conditions and a supportive environment.
• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness initiatives.
• Sustainability Commitment: Be part of a company that prioritizes environmental responsibility.
• Inclusive Culture: A workplace that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in
Tierp, Sweden, at least four (4) days a week.
You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

About Atlas Copco And Tierpverken
Atlas Copco is a global leader in sustainable productivity solutions. Since 1873, we have been developing innovative products with a strong focus on productivity, energy efficiency, safety, and ergonomics. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, we serve customers in more than 180 countries worldwide.

Tierpverken is one of our most advanced production facilities and part of the Industrial Technique business area. Here, we manufacture high-tech industrial tools used by leading companies across multiple industries, with the automotive sector being one of our largest customer segments. Recognized as one of the world's most efficient production units for electric tools, Tierpverken is continuously evolving with
lean principles, automation, and digitalization at the core
.

With approximately 500 dedicated employees, we combine global strength with local pride. Innovation and sustainability are not just words for us - they define our culture and the way we work.

Uniting curious minds
Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we unite curious minds, and you could be one of them.