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Production Area Operator

On-site in Tarragona·Full-time·Added 10 days ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Essity

8 open roles

Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Tarragona
Contract
Full-time
Hours
Rotating shifts
Education
Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • CFGS or equivalent
  • Technical capacity for root cause analysis
  • Action-oriented
  • Customer focus
  • Functional / technical skills
  • Integrity and trust in peer relationships
  • Day-to-day learning
  • Problem Solving
  • Self-knowledge
  • Time management
  • Perseverance

Nice to have

  • Experience in an industrial environment on shifts is valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Attractive remuneration.

At Essity, we believe that every career is as unique as the individual, and we empower our employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture driven by a powerful purpose.

Collaborative and caring work environment | Empowerment | Work impact Working with a powerful purpose | Individual learning and development | Health and safety | Social responsibility | Innovation

The role

Operator for a production line for hygiene products, manufacturing products according to fixed specifications and standard operating procedures. The Converting operator is responsible for the operation of the assigned machine or equipment.

We are looking for people who embody our values, who are not afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We are always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If that is you, we would love to talk.

What you'll do

  • Know and comply with Essity's safety, environmental, and risk management (emergency plan) standards. Identify, report, and remedy safety risks and risk management (conditions and behaviors).
  • Know and comply with quality and product safety standards and activities in order to ensure defined specifications and thus guarantee customer and consumer satisfaction.
  • Operation, driving, and supervision of the assigned machine or equipment during its regular production regime in rotation and coordination with the rest of the team.
  • Know, comply with, and execute the operation standards of the assigned equipment and areas through operating procedures (SOP, CIL, Centerlining, basic TPM self-maintenance tasks, changeover activities).
  • Maintain correct communication with members of one's own team as well as during shift changes (previous and subsequent).

How you'll work

Rotating shift work 4th shift

About Essity

Essity is a global hygiene and health company that develops, produces, and sells products and solutions within the business areas of Health & Medical, Consumer Goods, and Professional Hygiene. With operations in 150 countries and caring for 1 billion people daily, Essity is a major player in the industry, offering a wide range of brands and innovative solutions. The company is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and production facilities across the country.

Industry
Hygiene and Health Products
Founded
2017
Employees
40,000–50,000
Headquarters
Stockholm, Sweden
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
essity.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Essity has a strong presence in Spain with offices and production facilities in multiple cities, including Madrid and Barcelona.
  • The company offers a range of career opportunities in Spain, from manufacturing and engineering to marketing and sales roles.
  • Essity is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and provides learning and development programs for employees.
  • Working at Essity offers the chance to contribute to sustainable innovations that impact the well-being of people globally.

In their own words

Additional information

Essity is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or sexual orientation. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse pool of candidates.

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