About the Position

Process Engineer

Location: Malmö, Sweden

Employment Type: Permanent

Career Level: Non-management

Functions: Operations

Salary Range: Competitive salary

Why Operations?

At British American Tobacco (BAT), we intelligently connect our teams globally, enabling thinking beyond conventional boundaries. We share knowledge at an unfathomable pace, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and transform processes to create the world’s best operational network. Our work enables our experts to feel in control of their ability to explore New Categories, acquire fresh expertise, and accelerate the rate at which they can deliver results.

Why BAT?

At BAT, we’re committed to more than just jobs; we’re dedicated to purposeful careers. It's one of the many reasons we have been named as a Global Top Employer for the eighth consecutive year. We believe that leadership shouldn’t be confined to titles. It’s a mindset, and through our leading Learning and Development programs, you’ll continuously develop your skills and experience. With our unwavering support, you’ll work in cross-functional teams, connecting with industry leaders and expanding your professional network.

Join us at BAT, where purpose meets possibility, and your career story unfolds.

A Better Tomorrow

Building a Smokeless World is no small feat-it’s fueled by the collective efforts of talented individuals, each bringing their unique perspective. This is the most innovative chapter in BAT’s history, and you can help shape it.

Strategy and Purpose

Brand and Innovation

Responsibilities

Own OEE Performance Reporting: Ensure accurate calculation and reporting of OEE, OEE loss categories, and MTBF in alignment with global reporting standards, working closely with Production Line Structure teams.
Manage the Production Stock Area (PSA): Maintain accurate material master data, conduct regular stock counts, and perform required stock adjustments in accordance with policy and audit requirements.
Waste Measurement & Reporting: Calculate and report Blend Waste and WMS Waste in line with global standards, ensuring high data quality and timely submission.
Drive Process Improvement: Partner with Production teams to identify efficiency and waste-reduction opportunities. Prioritize improvement ideas, develop robust action plans, and ensure their effective deployment.
Productivity Reporting: Collaborate with Finance and HR to calculate, validate, and report Productivity KPIs, ensuring full alignment with regional and global methodologies.
Dashboard & Performance File Ownership: Ensure the Sweden dashboard and Regional MPD files are updated accurately, on time, and in full.
LE Pillar Responsibilities: Serve as an active member of the factory LE Pillar and act as the Waste DMS owner, ensuring systematic waste identification, tracking, and elimination.
Inventory Governance: Participate in factory-wide stock counts in partnership with Logistics, Scheduling, and Finance, serving as the lead for all PSA-related activities.
Build Waste-Reduction Capability: Support and coach teams on waste identification, mapping, and elimination methodologies, strengthening operational excellence capabilities across the factory.
Benchmarking & Best Practices: Support benchmarking initiatives and the reapplication of Current Best Approaches (CBAs) to elevate performance.
Strategic Execution: Contribute to the development and execution of the Production Engineering department’s 90-Day Action Plan and lead assigned workstreams within the LE Pillar.
Compliance: Comply and implement activities in accordance with the rules of laws and regulations relating to environmental protection, safety at work and fire protection, and internal EHS or Sustainability standards and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong interest in technical processes and manufacturing technology, and a demonstrated, consistent understanding of safety and quality principles.
Strong communication skills, with fluency in spoken and written Swedish and English, and confidence in presenting information clearly to groups.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders effectively.
Ability to coach, train, and develop others.
Structured, organized, and target-oriented approach to daily work, with the ability to prioritize effectively in situations with competing demands.
Demonstrates initiative, challenges the status quo, and actively drives continuous improvement.
High degree of personal responsibility, ownership, and accountability for results; service-minded, adaptable, and flexible in response to changing needs.
Acts with an ownership mindset, maintaining strong focus on cost, structure, and order, and is willing to perform additional tasks outside defined responsibilities as required by the line manager.
Advanced proficiency in MS Office and intermediate experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail, including proven ability to interpret and analyze technical data to support decision-making and recommendations.
Demonstrated problem-solving capability in operational or technical contexts, with familiarity in structured methodologies such as Fishbone (Ishikawa), 5-Why analysis, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).

We Offer

A market-leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
A range of benefits that varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
Access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
Continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
Support for career breaks through The Global Returners program

About the Company

At BAT, we’re committed to more than just jobs; we’re dedicated to purposeful careers. We believe that everyone has a place in our organization. Whether you are seeking mentorship, diversifying your experience through international assignments, or embracing innovative work methods, we’re here to propel your career aspirations and unleash your full potential.

We believe in you. Join us at BAT, where purpose meets possibility, and your career story unfolds.

Values

At BAT, our values show us the way to bring our purpose to life. Serving as our compass, they navigate every aspect of our path towards A Better Tomorrow™, defining how we innovate, grow, and achieve success while setting high standards for individual achievement and collective progress. Rooted in integrity and collaboration, they empower us as pioneers of change in a world that never stands still, ensuring we shape BAT's legacy with confidence and purpose.

Truly inclusive
Do the right thing
Love for our consumer
Passion to win
Empowered through trust
Stronger together

Benefits

At our core, we understand your best work happens when you feel fully supported. Our meticulously designed reward and benefits package are shaped to acknowledge your contributions and magnify your impact. As you grow, so do we.

Social Wellbeing

Wellbeing is better when it’s shared. Benefits that foster a sense of community and connection among employees. The more time we make to give back and share what it means to live well with the communities around us, the closer we’ll be to them. We encourage positive social interactions inside and outside BAT, enhance collaboration, and create a supportive work environment where employees feel valued and connected.

Emotional Wellbeing

Balancing work and life to help you recharge and stay resilient. Benefits and initiatives that are designed to bolster our employees' mental health. At BAT, we're fostering a culture to help our employees better manage life’s pressures and build resilience, no matter what life throws your way.

Physical Wellbeing

Good health is the cornerstone that allows everything else in our lives to align. Benefits that support our employees' physical health, expand coverage where needed, and promote healthy lifestyles, reducing stress and boosting overall energy and productivity.

Financial Wellbeing

Peace of mind is priceless, but it shouldn’t cost the earth. Benefits and initiatives designed to assist you in achieving financial stability and security, empowering you to make well-informed financial decisions, alleviate financial stress, and enhance your short and long-term prospects.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become a part of our dynamic team at BAT.

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