Operational Technology Engineer

Operations Technology Engineer

2 Year Fixed Term Contract

While the primary location for this role is Essitys Springvale site in Australia were also open to the position being based at our Kawerau site in New Zealand.

At Essity were breaking barriers to well-being. As a global leader in hygiene and health we create solutions that improve lives every day. Join our Manufacturing team in Springvale or Kawerau and lead digital transformation initiatives that enhance efficiency reliability and innovation.

About the Role:

As an Operational Technology Engineer youll lead and develop digitalization processes across Essitys manufacturing sites ensuring optimal use of resources to enhance equipment processes and maintenance. This role is pivotal in driving Industry 4.0 technologies and supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to spearhead digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Youll work with cutting-edge technologies AI automation and machine learning to make our operations smarter and more efficient. If youre passionate about digitalization and ready to shape the future of manufacturing we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Manage and maintain key digital systems for manufacturing operations.

• Lead the implementation of Essitys Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) such as Proficy Plain and Rubik.

• Lead development and implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies (AI IIoT VR Machine Learning).

• Configure systems maintain master data and implement updates.

• Provide first-level support for MES and other digital applications.

• Develop training materials and onboard users on digital systems.

• Promote best practices and continuous improvement to achieve zero-breakdown and zero-stop goals.

• Actively integrate safety leadership behaviors into all processes.

Who You Are:

• Degree-qualified in process or production engineering.

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role ideally in FMCG manufacturing.

• Strong affinity with IT and digitalization with experience leading projects.

• Excellent communication problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.

• Safety-focused adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.

• Bonus: Experience with Proficy Historian Plain or other types of MES applications and feasibility studies.

What We Can Offer You:

Our purpose Breaking Barriers to Well-Being provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity youll feel valued empowered to grow and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.

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Please note that with the upcoming Christmas shutdown period there may be some minor impacts to our recruitment timelines. We appreciate your understanding during this time.

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