Plant Director – TNT production site (Pori), FORCIT Group

We are now looking for an experienced and hands-on Plant Director to lead the start-up and operations of our new TNT production site in Pori. Your mission is to establish the organization, processes, and ways of working that ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Production is planned to start in 2028.

As Plant Director, you will have overall responsibility for the site and its performance – including people, safety, quality, delivery, and cost. In the initial phase, your focus will be on building the operational readiness: onboarding and developing the team, implementing processes, and creating a strong culture. Once production is running (approx. 60–70 employees), you will lead daily operations and drive continuous improvement.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Establishing the production site organization and securing operational readiness
• Leading, motivating, and developing the factory team
• Ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Managing production operations, resources, and budgets
• Driving efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and performance
• Represent FORCIT locally in communication and stakeholder relationships

We believe you have:

• A proven track record of successfully leading people and operations through investment projects, commissioning, or factory start-ups
• Solid leadership experience in production or manufacturing
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• A hands-on, proactive leadership style
• Relevant technical education

Why join us?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of establishing and growing a new production site that supports FORCIT Defence Business. You will combine operational leadership with process development, make a tangible impact from day one, and contribute directly to our long-term success.

By joining us, you will also take part in building a stronger and safer future for Finland and Europe, strengthening the security of supply and resilience of European defence.

Once operational, the plant will be an important component of military security of supply in Europe.

Apply

We are conducting recruitment in cooperation with JFP Executive Search Oy. For more information, please contact Senior Partner Heikki Vahtera, JFP Executive Search, on Wednesday 15 October between 9:00–11:00 or Monday 20 October between 14:00–16:00, tel. +358 40 546 2751.

Please apply by 24 October 2025 by sending your application with attachments to jfp@jfp.fi. Use the subject line: “FORCIT Plant Director”.

A security clearance and a drug test will be conducted for the selected candidate.