Plant Manager / tehtaanjohtaja

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About the Unit

Elevate your career as Plant Manager at our production facility in Uusikaupunki!

Are you a collaborative leader who believes in making a positive impact in the workplace? Do you thrive in environments that prioritize safety, growth, and inclusivity? We're thrilled to offer a unique opportunity for a dynamic Plant Manager to join our fertilizer production facility in Southwest Finland!

Yara Uusikaupunki Plant produces NPK fertilizers and Nitric Acid for domestic needs and export. We employ approx. 260 Yara professionals.  We are a preferred employer in the area, creating a work environment that allows flexibility and fosters equality.

 As our current Plant Manager is retiring, we're seeking a new Plant Manager to oversee the production, maintenance and HESQ assurance functions at Yara Uusikaupunki.

 As a Plant Manager you will be leading high performing teams, serve as liaison between plant workers, senior management and our support departments. 

As a Plant Manager, you will play a pivotal role in achieving operational excellence and fostering a culture of safety while guiding our talented teams towards success. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about people, continuous improvement and making a real difference.

You will be part of a dedicated Plant Manager leadership team and report to SVP Production North Europe.

Responsibilities

What you will do:

• Lead and coordinate operations for production, maintenance and inspection.
• Develop team and production leadership in line with Yara's strategic aspiration.
• Design roadmap to implement strategic improvements for production, quality and resources at the plant.
• Provide leadership to ensure effective utilization of workforce and equipment, planning both short and long-term to ensure continuity and excellence in operations.
• Ensure good relationship with Unions and employee representatives, in order to create a positive climate for industrial relations while pushing a performance culture.
• Collaborate with other departments such as HESQ, Operational Excellence, Finance and HR in processes for day-to-day operations and in implementation of improvements.

Profile

• University degree (or equivalent) preferably in a relevant engineering subject or related field
• Five or more years of senior operational experience in operations within the chemical industry 
• Demonstrable leadership, supervision and team-building skills
• Strong knowledge of and adherence to industrial and industry's safety standards 
• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills
• Willingness to travel and be mobile in an international environment
• Flexible, open to change and willingness to learn

Additional Information

Why you will enjoy working at Yara:

Exciting Challenges: Every day brings new opportunities to innovate and problem-solve in a dynamic industry where no two days are the same.
Supportive Team: Join a collaborative and supportive team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a positive impact on agriculture.
Continuous Learning: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge and stay ahead of industry trends.
Work-Life Balance: We believe in work-life balance and offer flexibility to ensure you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Contact details

Mika Perälä, SVP Production, North Europe, p. +358 50 386 0640, [email protected]

Pia Nykvist-Lindström, HR Manager, p. +358 40 749 1047, [email protected]

Tone Jensen, Senior Business Partner Europe, p. +47 9757 8487, [email protected]

How to Apply

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join Yara and take your career to the next level if you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the agriculture industry.  

Click to apply online to submit your CV and cover letter highlighting why you believe you are a good fit for this role.

Please apply no later than 20th of December, 2024. 

Processing of applications and interviews can be started within the application period.

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