Ready to take ownership of an entire manufacturing site and lead its people, performance and future direction?
Due to an upcoming retirement, we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join Essity at our Oakenholt Mill in Flint, North Wales.
This is a high-impact role with responsibility for the overall operation of the site, giving you the opportunity to shape strategy, develop people, drive continuous improvement and deliver sustainable results.
Oakenholt Mill is home to one paper machine, manufacturing tissue products 24/7 for our Professional Hygiene business and the Tork® brand.
As Operations Manager, you will take overall responsibility for site operations, balancing safety, people, performance, quality, cost, delivery and continuous improvement.
You'll lead through four direct reports who collectively oversee around 62 employees, creating clear direction while building a culture where people feel empowered to contribute, challenge and improve.
At Essity, we're looking for people who aren't afraid to challenge, innovate and experiment. If that sounds like you, we'd love to talk.
You'll have the scope to make a real impact. You will:
People are at the heart of Oakenholt's success. Your ability to create clarity, build engagement and develop others will be as important as your operational expertise.
You're an experienced manufacturing or operations leader who knows how to turn strategy into results while keeping people engaged and focused.
You'll bring:
Most importantly, you're ready for a role with genuine ownership, visibility and the opportunity to make your mark.
Papermaking or high-speed continuous process manufacturing experience would be advantageous, but isn't essential.
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, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us
22 Nov 2026
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Essity - a globally leading hygiene and health company. Our expertise in hygiene and health began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.
Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. Our barrier breakers innovate for good and contribute to shaping a sustainable future. At Essity, every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. At Essity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, is to enable customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life.
Our leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!
