We are now looking for an
Industrial Engineer
to join our Manufacturing Solutions team in Hyvinkää.
Our team is responsible for manufacturing development and new product implementation as well as developing our operations towards industry 4.0. We work closely with global development teams and other KONE manufacturing units to develop and implement best practices for KONE manufacturing.
Industrial engineer maintains and develops production methods and runs development projects to improve production methods for better flow, productivity, safety, quality and overall performance.
In this role you will identify improvement opportunities through analyzing manufacturing data and further develop our capabilities for data-driven operations management.
Work will require knowledge/interest to growth for digitalization, manufacturing strategy and work optimization from the traditional manufacturing.
This role is located in Hyvinkää.
The key responsibilities:
- Analyze and develop manufacturing processes to drive and follow up manufacturing targets (Safety, Delivery, Quality, Productivity, Cost) and actions on unit level.
- Design FLOW standards by using LEAN methodology, define production methods, technology, factory layout, line level layout, material replenishment and material utilization.
- Conduct studies to determine the most efficient sequence of operations workflow and recommends methods and technology for optimal performance.
- Drive digitalization in shop floor and factory processes.
- Execute Manufacturing development and CAPEX projects in line with global manufacturing strategy and project development portfolio.
- Support Daily Management in the factory, evaluate data, identify technical issues, drive problem solving by preparing reports and analyzing production data.
Requirements:
- A master’s or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a similar engineering field.
- +5 years of previous experience as a manufacturing/development engineer or similar position.
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and LEAN manufacturing
- Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques.
- Ability to execute projects on time and on budget.
- Strong project management skills are required to succeed in this role.
- Can-do attitude and solid people communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to do problem solving, and co-creation with partners.
- Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations
- Software skills like: CAD, Power BI and Visual Components are an asset.
Want to #JoinOurFlow ?
If you think this could be an inspiring challenge for you, please tell us more about yourself and why you are interested in this specific role and submit your CV and application via our Careers site at the latest October 16th.
For further information about the position, please contact hiring manager, Manufacturing Solution & Maintenance Manager Eetu Cowell via email [email protected].
At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.
Read more on https://kone.com/global/en/careers.html
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a similar engineering field
- More than 5 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer, development engineer, or in a similar position
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and Lean manufacturing
- Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques
- Ability to execute projects on time and within budget
- Strong project management skills
- People communication and collaboration skills
- Problem-solving and co-creation skills with partners
- Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations
- CAD, Power BI, and Visual Components software skills
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Healthcare Strength — Core health coverage is viewed as comprehensive, commonly including medical, dental, and vision options. Feedback suggests a global well‑being framework and EAP resources further reinforce health-related support.
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What We Do
At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. This means understanding urbanization and, together with our partners and customers, helping cities to become better and more sustainable places to live. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization to add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we make people's journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, we operate in more than 60 countries around the world, employ over 60,000 people and serve 550,000 customers. In 2022, KONE had annual sales of EUR 10.9 billion. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.
