Installation Manager

Hiab; Raisio; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for personal growth

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Hiab in Raisio, Finland, is looking for an Installation Manager to oversee vehicle-specific installation operations. The role involves leadership, capacity planning, and ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality regulations. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has over five years of experience in a technical leadership role, with proficiency in Finnish and English.

We offer a dynamic work environment that values employee well-being and growth opportunities. Join us to drive process improvements in our installation operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a related technical industry.
• Experience with P&L management and financial KPIs in a workshop environment.
• Fluent in Finnish and English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and production, bearing final responsibility.
• Align capacity with sales and assembly departments.
• Prepare and present management reports for project monitoring.
• Coordinate logistics for vehicle transport and inspections.
• Develop and adhere to a 6S safety culture.
• Promote quality and safety standards in the installation organization.
• Monitor installation margin, safety targets, and stocks.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Production engineering

Cost control

Lean Six Sigma

ERP systems

Interpersonal skills

Customer-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical/business administration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Your mission

As Installation Manager you are responsible for the operational and strategic results of the vehicle-specific installation activities and the management of the installation operations in our Raisio workshop. You are accountable for developing the installation process and ensuring optimal capacity planning and monitoring the installation process. You are also responsible for leading the installation team and overseeing key supporting functions and processes, such as engineering and procurement. You will initiate and drive process improvements utilizing the Six Sigma framework and emphasizing Hiab’s safety culture.

This position is open for our location in Raisio Finland.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing Planning: Bearing final responsibility for the work and production planning
• Aligning Capacity: Actively steering toward a seamless alignment of capacity, delivery times, and lead times, in close cooperation with the sales, assembly, and external dealer departments
• Reporting: Preparing, analyzing, and presenting management and planning reports (including forecasts) for sharp monitoring of project progress and budgets
• Logistics Coordination: Coordinating alignment with external inspection authorities and streamlining the logistics processes surrounding vehicle transport
• 6S & Safety Culture: Developing and adhering to a 6S safety culture. You perform tasks safely and actively participate in Safety Walks, Safety Audits, and 6S events
• Securing Guidelines: Promoting current standards regarding quality, health & safety, environment, and security within the entire installation organization
• KPI Management: (Co-)monitoring the installation margin (hours and material costs), safety targets, occupancy rates, absenteeism, stocks, etc.
• Driving Improvement Culture: Creating and driving a culture of continuous improvement among the team, with the goal of increasing company-wide efficiency, reducing costs, and optimizing lead times
• Inspirational Leadership: Providing inspirational leadership, coaching, and further development of the team. Serving as the supervisor for the installation team
• Capacity and Development: Ensuring optimal capacity planning and actively stimulating the personal growth of employees through targeted education and training programs.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical and/or business administration background
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a commercial or operational role within a related technical industry
• Experience with and knowledge of production engineering and/or bodybuilding operations/vehicle assembly is a strong plus
• Demonstrable experience with P&L management, cost control, and managing financial and operational KPIs in a workshop environment is a strong plus
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, with the ability to translate theory (such as DMAIC) into practice
• Good knowledge of current laws and regulations regarding installations, environment, and/or environmental permits
• Experience with ERP systems (such as SAP) for planning, procurement, and generating management reports
• A unifying leader with high integrity and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong business mindset, customer-oriented, and driven by results and long-term relationships
• Fluent in verbal and written Finnish and English.

What We Offer

As a part of our Employees First culture, we offer opportunities to grow within a dynamic environment that values flexibility and your well-being. We strive to make things easier, empower you to succeed, and strive for excellence in a positive and inclusive environment.