Production Manager

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Production Manager will be leading the production in the Induction Machines (Europe) manufacturing unit in Helsinki, Pitäjänmäki with full accountability of running the day-to-day operations as well as creating and implementing plans to establish the factory of the future. You will lead a production with several production lines responsible of supervisors and overall productivity. The Production Manager is also responsible for leading development programs, projects, goals, and metrics to help the organization achieve the highest level of operational performance. You will be a part of the plant management team. We are looking for a manager who is self-motivated, energetic and drives development persistently in a positive way. Benefits we offer at the moment include e.g. an annual performance bonus, a flexible working model, subsidized lunch, development & training, employee share ownership program, benefits for families with children, sports, massage and cultural benefits and many hobby clubs.

This position reports to

Plant Manager, Induction Machines

Your responsibilities

• The main task in this role will be to lead the co-workers towards common goals and ensure that we constantly improve internal processes and tools. This will be achieved by your engaging leadership style that inspires a safe, positive and efficient work environment
• Full responsibility for the production and leading a team of several supervisors and production lines
• Ensuring the health and safety, delivery performance, quality and cost efficiency of the production
• Developing the production and increasing the level of automation and digitalization as well as reducing our environmental impact

Your background

• Several years of experience from a managerial position preferably within production in engineer to order (ETO)
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a collaborative, solution-focused approach, and strong written and spoken communication skills
• The ability to motivate and engage other people, and the skills required to make strategic decisions and run the daily operations
• Knowledge and practical experience of Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma, 5S and automation
• Experience in managing standardized manufacturing is a benefit as well as labour union agreements knowledge
• Fluency in Finnish and English is mandatory
• M.Sc or B.Sc degree in Engineering or other academic degree in a relevant field

More about us

The Large Motors and Generators Division offers a comprehensive product portfolio of large AC motors and generators. From general purpose to highly customized designs, synchronous motors and high voltage induction motors provide high efficiency, reliability and availability across all major industries and applications, including some in the toughest and most demanding environments. The division also has a long track record of designing and building generators for wide range of industries, including power generation, marine, oil and gas, mining, and data centers. In Finland, ABB has about 5000 employees, making it one of the biggest industrial employers in the country. ABB Finland serves its customers in over 20 locations and has production sites in Helsinki, Vaasa, Porvoo and Hamina. As a global company, we’re also able to offer international job opportunities. For more information contact Plant Manager, Induction Machines Mauri Heinämäki, +358 50 332 2305. Interested in joining the crew? Please apply for the position by June 14, 2023. We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Work model: hybrid #LI-hybrid