Plant Manager / tehtaanjohtaja

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About the Unit

We have an exciting opportunity: Join Yara and become our next Plant Manager in our fertilizer production facility in Uusikaupunki in South West Finland!

Are you passionate about efficient and safe production and are looking for an opportunity to make a real difference? If so, read below and apply to the advert.

Yara Uusikaupunki Plant produces NPK fertilizers and Nitric Acid for domestic needs and export. We employ approx 260 Yara professionals. We are the preferred employer in the area and offer competitive salary and additional benefits.

As the 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 coordinate the site operations to ensure compliance with Yara’s overall objectives, steering systems and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will be able to lead a high performing team, serving as liaison between plant workers, senior management and support departments.

As a Plant Manager you must be committed to achieving operational excellence. We are looking for a candidate that has a genuine interest in safety, growth and continuous improvement while supporting teams at the plant to succeed for Yara.

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 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, mika.perala@yara.com

Pia Nykvist-Lindström, HR Manager, p. +358 40 749 1047, pia.nykvist-lindstrom@yara.com

Tone Jensen, Senior Business Partner Europe, p. +47 9757 8487, tone.jensen@yara.com

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 22th of June, 2024.

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

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