Production Manager

We are a global technology company developing innovative solutions for mining, tunnelling, and construction, improving project safety, environmental impact, and productivity. We offer premium equipment, all-round aftermarket services and high-quality chemicals and rock support as our core products to our customers. We operate globally in over 30 countries with more than 1,800 experts. At Normet, we commit to a culture founded in our Values - Caring, Committed & Courageous. We foster your talent, with us you shine. We are looking for a Production Manager to the Iisalmi factory for a permanent employment. The supervisors main duties are to manage teams and resources for efficient operations, ensure quality standards and product specifications, enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment, and optimize processes to reduce downtime and improve productivity. Main responsibilities and tasks: - Operational Leadership: Develop and execute production strategies that align with the companys goals and market demands. - Operational Excellence: Oversee factory loading, production planning, and internal logistics to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products. - Team Management: Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, including safety, LEAN, production engineering, testing, final inspection and loading. - Lean and Continuous Improvement: Champion Lean development initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and optimize workflows across the factory. - Occupational Safety: Ensure a safe working environment by implementing and monitoring health and safety policies and practices. - Production Oversight: Manage assembly processes, line assembly and preassembly to meet quality and efficiency targets. - Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including EQ Sales team, Engineering and R&D, procurement, and quality team, to streamline operations and drive innovation. - Budget Management: Plan and manage the production budget, including resource allocation and cost control. To shine in this position, we hope you have: - Masters degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field. - Proven experience in production leadership roles for at least 5 years within a manufacturing environment, preferably involving machinery assembly and frame production. - Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. - Excellent understanding of production planning, internal logistics, and team management. - LEAN tools skills. - Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Commitment to fostering a safe and collaborative work environment. - Ability to commit to the task at the Iisalmi factory - Up-to-date IT skills (D365) - Fluent English and Finnish skills. Come and share your courage to shine in the best team: build a safe and sustainable future making a global impact with your own hands. We offer a comfortable working environment and a good team. You will get to work with diverse and varied tasks with high-level professionals. In this position, you can grow into being a versatile professional in the field.