Technical Manager to Flügger in Kolding
Flügger is a proud producer and retailer of paint with a strong legacy, quality products, skilled employees, and loyal customers. Our new strategy Flügger Organic is founded on sustainable production, products & packaging and with ambitious growth and optimization targets and with a strong digitalization agenda.
Are you an experienced leader in maintenance and technical management, eager to drive continuous improvement projects and develop and empower your team in a dynamic environment? Are you a proactive leader who takes full ownership, dares to go first and leads by example in both daily operations and strategic initiatives? Do you want to join a global company where your leadership will make a lasting impact on the paint industry? If so, Flügger is looking for you!
About Flügger
Flügger Group is a forward-thinking and informal workplace with high ambitions for both our products and people. We believe that empowering and developing our team is central to our success and future growth. If you’re dedicated to building a high-performance team and creating a culture of continuous improvement, Flügger could be the ideal place for your next career step.
Your team
As Technical Manager at the site in Kolding, you will have a team of 10 colleagues divided into: plant maintenance, automation and project management. The technical team covers production, wastewater cleaning, warehouse and facilities. The maintenance team of 7 colleagues is supervised, and automation tasks will be carried out partly by own resource and external support. Projects will in large extend be carried out with your project manager in cooperation with you.
Your role
This role is more than maintenance; it’s about leading and mentoring a skilled team, driving continuous improvements, developing and implementing investment plans and optimization projects. As the Technical Manager, you are a team player and work in close cooperation with the production manager & site coordinator.
By joining Flügger, you’ll play a vital role in building a cohesive team that supports our mission to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly products and ensures compliance with evolving environmental standards, and you will reinforce the intercompany cooperation and sharing best practices.
You’ll be instrumental in implementing our strategy by setting clear goals, monitoring progress, and fostering a proactive culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop dedicated technical team, with focus on production and facility maintenance, automation and project management, emphasizing growth, skill development, and cross- functional collaboration
- Work closely with senior management to align departmental goals with Flügger’s strategic priorities, supporting our long-term vision for sustainability, growth and robustness
- Cultivate a strong safety culture by training and guiding the team on adherence to safety and quality standards, including ISO 14001 and ISO 9001
- Drive and take ownership of continuous improvement and investment initiatives, ensuring execution, momentum, and measurable results.
- Set and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure team goals are met and support company-wide objectives
- Oversee budget management, track expenses, and manage the maintenance resource plan
- Participate in cross-departmental projects, representing the Maintenance team’s goals and ensuring alignment with broader operational strategies.
Qualifications
- You have a strong personal drive, take responsibility naturally, and are comfortable making decisions and standing by them in complex situations
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5-10 years of management experience, with a proven record in team leadership, talent development, and strategic alignment
- Strong understanding of people management principles and demonstrated success in developing employees within your area of responsibility
- Expertise in preventive maintenance, reliability-centered maintenance, and Lean principles
- Familiarity with ERP, CMMS, and SCADA systems, and the ability to analyze and act on KPIs effectively
- Good communication skills with a focus on fostering collaboration and high team engagement
- Strategic and performance-driven, with the ability to think holistically and lead with impact.
Join our journey
At Flügger, we’re driven by ambitious people who are passionate about making a difference in the paint industry. Together, we’re building a customer-centered, efficient, and sustainable supply chain. If you’re ready to lead with vision, inspire others, and make a strategic impact, we encourage you to apply today!
Application deadline: 31. January 2026
Workplace: Kolding
Employment rate: Fulltime
Duration: Permanent contract
Position: Technical Manager
For more information
Contact: Niclas Dedenroth
E-mail: nided@flugger.com
Phone: (+45) 27532921
In Flügger, we look solely at the combination of personal and professional qualifications when assessing a candidate’s eligibility. We value diversity in people, where everyone has the freedom to be themselves with equal opportunities.
About Flügger
Flügger group is an internationally listed company with a turnover of approx. than DKK 2.2 billion. and approx. 1700 employees across borders. About 500 of these work in Denmark. Our job is to develop, produce, market and sell paints, wood protection, wallpaper, painter's tools and much more in a professional quality while also helping our customers find the best solutions. We are not satisfied until our customers are satisfied.