Senior Technical Expert – Tissue
Pubblicato il 25-08-2026 - App Group in Lucca
APP Group is looking for a Senior Tissue Technical Manager to lead the research, development and optimisation of tissue products for the European market. The role works across R&D;, mills, customers and commercial teams to develop competitive products, improve product and manufacturing performance, ensure European compliance and support the growth of APPs European Tissue business.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Product Research & Development : Lead the development and improvement of tissue products, including product specifications, testing, benchmarking and innovation, to meet European customer and market requirements.
2. European Standards & Compliance : Ensure products meet relevant European regulations, certifications, quality standards and customer requirements, while monitoring changes in regulatory, industry and sustainability requirements.
3. Technical Support & Product Optimisation : Work with APP mills to improve product performance, quality, machine capability and production efficiency, including technical problem-solving, root-cause analysis and optimisation initiatives.
4. Customer & Cross-functional Support: Work with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, mills and customers on product requirements, customer trials, technical discussions, product evaluations and complaint resolution.
5. Business Growth Support : Develop technical solutions, value-added products and product roadmaps that support the growth and competitiveness of APPs European Tissue business.
6. Management & Technical Reporting : Provide management with product performance analysis, technical reports and recommendations relating to product development,
improvement and technical investment.
What We Are Looking For:
- 10+ years of relevant technical experience in tissue manufacturing, product development, R&D;, technical service, quality management or a related field. We will also consider senior technical professionals from machinery, equipment, chemical or technology companies supplying products or solutions directly to the tissue industry.
- Strong knowledge of tissue product technology and manufacturing processes.
- Experience in product development, testing, validation, optimisation and technical problem-solving.
- Knowledge of European product standards, regulations and customer requirements.
- A Bachelors degree in Paper Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or a related engineering discipline is preferred. A Masters degree is an advantage.
- Experience working with mills, customers and technical stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of raw materials and fibre technology relevant to tissue products.
- Strong project management, stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Willingness to travel regularly within Europe.
The Opportunity:
This is a senior technical role combining product development, R&D;, mill optimisation and customer technical support, with a direct contribution to the growth of APPs European Tissue business.
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