Production Manager Batch Annealing and Skin Pass Mill

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we're building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen.
If you share our passion but don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow.
At Stegra, we're not just building a plant, we're proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you.

Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go, and make space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and leading a balanced, purposeful life.

What You'll Do
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager for the Batch-Annealing & Skin Pass Mill (BAP-SPM) for the cold-mill section of the steel mill. In this position you will be responsible for building, establishing, and developing the BAP-SPM in our upcoming steel mill. You'll have five shifts and one daytime shift directly reporting to you and will be overseeing the running of the production line. This role includes taking an active role in creating a safe work environment by participating in the development and maintenance of process control and safety practices. As a production manager, you will be joining the organization in an early stage of the company and will thus be making sure the steel mill gets up and running before the launch of the steel production. You'll be directly reporting to the Head of Cold Mill.

We're looking for someone who has both theoretical and practical experience in both batch annealing and the skin pass mill. Primarily we're seeking a manager who likes to work closely with the production team and who leads by example from the shop floor.

We've listed some examples of what you overall will work wih working with:

• Build, establish and develop a robust safety culture across the organization. Overall operational responsibility for personnel, HSE, performance and budget within the production department and Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations, including the implementation of ISO and OHSAS standards.
• Lead the organization in achieving goals and objectives and monitor progress toward achieving them.
• Lead the team, providing mentorship and guidance to the production teams
• Follow up operations to ensure efficient, safe and quality controlled processes.
• Foster an innovative and inclusive organizational culture with focus on continuous improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Bring
You're curious and believe that real progress happens when we work together. You're not afraid to challenge old ways of thinking - and you treat others with respect while doing it. At Stegra, we value people who take initiative, build trust, and help create a workplace where everyone can do their best.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Extensive experience from leadership roles in flat steel production with multiple years of experience in batch annealing and a skin pass mill.
• Strong understanding of process optimization and lean principles
• Previous experience and/or knowledge of SMS-equipment
• Ability to combine long-term thinking with the ongoing work in the department.
• Excellent leadership skills, ability to develop the group and the department.
• Fluency in English
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools e.g. office suite, maintenance systems, information system, follow-up system and purchase systems

Benefits At Stegra
At Stegra, you'll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We're building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive.

You'll receive fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements, along with benefits like up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it's permits, housing or other practical matters. You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature.

Read More About Benefits At Stegra Here.
This is Stegra
Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat.

By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.

Our Boden Site
Our Boden site is located just west of Boden City, right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It's where we're building one of the world's most modern, sustainable steel plants—designed with safety, efficiency, and people in mind. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of living near nature, schools, and community life.

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*Founded in 2020, Stegra (formerly H2 Green Steel) was created with the purpose to decarbonize hard-to-abate industry. Construction of our first project – an integrated plant producing green hydrogen, green iron and green steel – is well underway in Boden, Sweden. Slashing emissions using green hydrogen and renewable electricity, we're starting a clean industrial revolution. Steel is just the beginning.

We are building a diverse and rapidly growing team spread across our site and offices in Boden and Stockholm, targeting close to 1500 employees by the end of 2025. Together, we focus on delivering green impact – for our people, customers, investors, society and planet.*