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AkzoNobel Adhesives has been manufacturing wood adhesives and resin systems in Kristinehamn since 1962. The products are used in the production of furniture, carpentry, flooring, and load-bearing structures. AkzoNobel Adhesives is primarily a production facility where our employees have various roles such as process operators, logistics and service operators, as well as a range of support functions within R&D, engineering, quality, and customer service. From the factory in Kristinehamn, large volumes of wood adhesives and resins are delivered to customers around the world.

Do you want to help develop the future of electrical maintenance in a workplace where innovation, safety, and employees are at the center? At AkzoNobel's site in Kristinehamn, an exciting opportunity awaits you if you want to combine technology, leadership, and development in a role where your experience truly makes a difference – for the team, the facility, and the future.

What can AkzoNobel offer you?

At AkzoNobel, you will encounter a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where we work together with a focus on innovation and sustainability, aiming to be a world leader in the paint industry. Diversity enriches our workplaces, and we actively work with our employees to ensure they thrive and develop. We strategically work to become a better employer. This has resulted in us being named one of Sweden's Career Companies and receiving Top Employer certification for 2025. We offer you an international work environment where you will take on rewarding and challenging tasks that broaden your horizons and develop you in your role. You will work with competent and like-minded colleagues who share your attitude and enthusiasm. Welcome to us!

We also offer:

✅ Collective agreement – A secure employment with good conditions ✅ Wellness allowance – We support your health and well-being

✅ Employee discount – Discount on purchases in all our Nordsjö stores

✅ Lunch benefit – We offer a subsidized lunch card from Edenred to our employees

✅ Reduced working hours (ATK) – Extra leave beyond your vacation

What will you be working on?

In this role, you will have the opportunity to combine leadership with long-term development work. You will hold a central position in our production operations and lead a team of three electrical and automation electricians. At the same time, you will play a key role in the continued development of our electrical maintenance, with good opportunities to influence technical solutions, drive improvement initiatives, and participate in investment projects. We are at a stage where our systems are being modernized and investments are being made in future-proof solutions in electricity and automation – a development you will help shape.

You will, among other things:

• Ensure that electrical maintenance is carried out according to laws and standards

• Lead and distribute work within electrical and automation • Act as a technical expert in high and low voltage work

• Diagnose and resolve technical faults and be responsible for spare parts and materials

• Work closely with production and other departments

• Participate in projects, risk analyses, and change work

• Create good collaborations with suppliers and contractors

• Contribute to raising the standard of electrical safety and maintenance at the site

The position is a permanent employment located in Kristinehamn. You will report to the Engineering Manager. On-call duty may occur.

Who are you?

We are looking for someone who has general authorization for electrical installations and several years of experience in industrial electrical work, with a particular focus on low voltage systems. You have a strong safety mindset, good technical understanding, and thrive in a role where you can take responsibility and make decisions. You have likely held a leading role in electrical work, such as a leading electrician, team leader, or similar, and are now ready to step into a managerial position – or you already have experience with personnel responsibility. Regardless, we see that you have the desire to develop both people and technology.

To succeed in the role, we see that you have:

• General authorization for electrical installations

• Experience in industrial electrical work • Knowledge and practical experience of low voltage systems

• Previous experience in work leadership, team responsibility, or personnel responsibility

• Understanding of electrical safety, regulations, and structured maintenance work

• Ability to work independently and make technical decisions

• Good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written

Meritorious:

• Experience working with high voltage • Knowledge of AutoCAD

At AkzoNobel, we place great importance on providing you with the right conditions to succeed in your role. Therefore, we offer a structured introduction plan and a well-thought-out onboarding process, with support from both your immediate manager and HR. This gives you a secure start and good insight into both the operations, work environment, and responsibilities.

Your application

At AkzoNobel, we are very committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all our employees can be their best selves. We strive to embrace diversity, tolerance, and respect. Our recruitment process plays a significant role in this journey as it lays the foundation for a diverse work environment. In our organization, all qualified applicants are treated from an equal and equitable perspective – without regard to ethnic origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Don't hesitate, take the step and submit your application today for your chance to work with us! We review applications continuously and unfortunately do not accept applications via email.

For further information about the position, please contact Niklas Johansson, Engineer Manager, niklas.johansson@akzonobel.com

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Ami Sandberg, Talent Acquisition Partner, ami.sandberg@akzonobel.com