Main responsibility areas Manage tasks, activities and/or projects to deliver new or improved medical products. Activities and/or projects are typically complex. Participate in project teams as Technical Lead, or Project Manager as assigned to deliver new of improved Medical products. Research products and technologies new to Ahlstrom using means such as literature search, competitive intelligence and patent research and others. Assess and evaluate technical ideas and novel technologies for benefits and feasibility. Plan, coordinate and conduct lab and pilot studies independently. Conduct or coordinate evaluation and testing and interpret results using rigorous scientific discipline (DOE, FMEA, APQP, etc). Prepare or participate in preparing project timelines and budgets. Properly document, record, and publish results and conclusions. Participate in team meetings, BA meetings and customer meetings in support of projects and initiatives. Contribute to non‑routine problem solutions related to product development efforts (raw materials, equipment, development, evaluation). Hazardous raw materials may occasionally be encountered. Generate innovative ideas. Prepare invention disclosures, and patent applications to protect intellectual property. Ensure compliance with all applicable Safety, Environmental, GMP, FDA Quality and other policies, practices and regulations. Travel internationally and domestically as needed. Must have Good to have Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Textile or polymer science M.Tech in Textile Experience B.S. with at least 5 years of experience, M.S. with two years of industrial experience or PhD. degrees preferably in: chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, paper, nonwovens or textile technology Technical experience in at least one area related to polymer/ fiber science or chemistry is preferred. Time management tools understanding, Manpower management, leadership qualities. Competencies Analytical thinking. Ability to assess and evaluate technical ideas for benefits and feasibility. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Creativity and technical capability to generate innovative ideas Judgment and ingenuity to contribute to non-routine problem solutions Manage task implementation and establish priorities with multiple assignments. Teamwork Ability to complete tasks and activities using a matrix organization and comply with appropriate policies. Advanced MS Office user. Ability to learn and use various company network applications. Process & Tools: Data-logger and log-book usage Product cost understanding Excel Behavioral: Analytical Skills, decision making based on historical analysis Availability for any point of time Promptness in decision Leadership skills Basic knowledge of below Standards is preferred ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 ISO 13485:2016 MDR 2017 Responsibility All R & D related and Process related works Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Join our journey to create a more sustainable world with products and solutions that Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. Our three divisions, Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. We are deeply committed to building and maintaining safe and inclusive environment and culture, where everyone feels valued and respected. At Ahlstrom, we all have equal opportunities to belong and reach our full potential. Our net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 3.0 billion and we employ some 6,800 people. Read more at
The BU Controller, Medical, reporting to the VP, Controller, is responsible for coordinating Controlling activity at the Business Unit (BU) leve, acting as an interface between Plant Controllers and the Division Controller. This individual will ensure complicance including local laws and regulations), Group culture, target and policies and implementation (such as sales, credit management and the other Group, Division and BU directives and procedures, with a particular focust on HSE as a first priority. This person will be looked to to provide an accurate reporting package to the Divison and to Group and also focus on continuous improvement. This role is open to remote or hybrid/onsite candidates within the United States and Europe. Main Responsibilities: Follow Ahlstrom’s manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, as applicable to the position’s areas of responsibility, to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper To challenge Business Unit Leadership Team members and guide them in decision making To support Business Unit Leadership Team in Annual and Strategy planning preparation as well as specific analysis on demand To lead, develop and mentor Plant Controllers in order to provide the best support to the business To prepare and grant accuracy of Reporting Package jointly with Plant Controllers, including Monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting Forecasting and planning (estimates, annual plans, business plans) To support the Division Controller in the preparation for the monthly Business review To provide instructions and deadlines to Plant Controllers To provide a monthly Business Unit review package To support the Business Unit in working capital and Capex management Monthly, quarterly and year-end financial reporting To analyze customer and product profitability Monthly STI tracking. Partner with the BU VP, driving the result consistency and process improvement Handling the monthly/quarterly forecast process and execution. Annual Plan and Business Plan related templates preparation. Expense analysis and improvement proposals Ensures that the Business Unit has an efficient internal control framework in place Provides support to strategic sales management, product management and key account management as well as Supply Chain management To support group-level initiatives and policies Coordination with BU VP and BU MGT team to execute the process Ad hoc analysis (profitability, assets, WC, business cases, M&A, etc) Actively control working capital and Capex management Expense analysis and improvement proposals Share monthly profitability reports and Sales variances. Harmonizes, updates and streamlines current month-end reporting processes Project work as assigned in both the Business and Operations areas Manage and provide a production variance analysis summary regularly Qualifications: Master degree in Business Administration or equivalent Proven solid experience in Finance and Controlling management within complex international environment Strong leadership skills both for reporting team management and cross function management Excellent analytical skills Target oriented Outstanding communication and change management skills Fluency in English Availability for travel Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Join our journey to create a more sustainable world with products and solutions that Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. Our three divisions, Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. We are deeply committed to building and maintaining safe and inclusive environment and culture, where everyone feels valued and respected. At Ahlstrom, we all have equal opportunities to belong and reach our full potential. Our net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 3.0 billion and we employ some 6,800 people. Read more at
Role Overview: As the BU Controller, Medical, reporting to the VP, Controller, your main responsibility is to coordinate Controlling activity at the Business Unit (BU) level. You will act as an interface between Plant Controllers and the Division Controller, ensuring compliance with local laws, regulations, Group culture, targets, policies, and implementation. Your primary focus will be on HSE as a top priority. You will be expected to provide accurate reporting packages to the Division and Group while also concentrating on continuous improvement. This role is open to remote or hybrid/onsite candidates within the United States and Europe. Key Responsibilities: - Follow Ahlstrom's manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures, and policies to meet safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper - Challenge Business Unit Leadership Team members and guide them in decision-making - Support Business Unit Leadership Team in Annual and Strategy planning preparation and specific analysis on demand - Lead, develop, and mentor Plant Controllers to provide the best support to the business - Prepare and ensure accuracy of Reporting Package jointly with Plant Controllers, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting, forecasting and planning, and supporting the Division Controller in the monthly Business review - Provide instructions and deadlines to Plant Controllers, monthly Business Unit review package, and support in working capital and Capex management - Analyze customer and product profitability, monthly STI tracking, partner with the BU VP for result consistency and process improvement - Handle the forecast process, annual plan, business plan templates preparation, expense analysis, internal control framework, and support strategic sales management - Coordinate with BU VP and BU MGT team, conduct ad hoc analysis, control working capital and Capex management, share monthly profitability reports, and harmonize month-end reporting processes - Undertake project work as assigned in both Business and Operations areas, manage and provide production variance analysis summary regularly Qualifications: - Master's degree in Business Administration or equivalent - Proven solid experience in Finance and Controlling management within a complex international environment - Strong leadership skills for reporting team management and cross-function management - Excellent analytical skills, target-oriented, outstanding communication, and change management skills - Fluency in English, availability for travel Additional Details: Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. The company's three divisions address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. Ahlstrom is deeply committed to building and maintaining a safe and inclusive environment and culture, where everyone feels valued and respected. The company had net sales of EUR 3.0 billion in 2024 and employs approximately 6,800 people.,