Operation Improvement Engineer

We are looking for an Operation Improvement Engineer to provide hands-on continuous improvement support and coaching in the production lines with managers, team leaders and operators. Your location will be Gruvön Sawmill and you will be working in Division Wood Product. You will report to the Operation Improvement Manager.

Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wooden constructions and paper. Our fiber-based materials are renewable, recyclable and fossil free. Our solutions offer low-carbon alternatives to products based on finite resources. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow.


Main responsibilities
Enable continuous improvement of mill productivity and OEE in line with the decided targets
Implement the Stora Enso Mill Change Program structure in the mill
Support the stakeholders in root cause analyzes (RCA and HTO methodology)
Coach the Team leaders and operators in autonomous maintenance, creating standards and tracking deviations
Be a role-model and provide daily hands-on support in production lines for continuous improvement of the mill productivity, efficiency and flow of the process
Enable sustainable implementation and development of Wood Products OI system in the mill through training and coaching in key system elements, based on mill needs and status
Coach leaders and operators on daily improvement leadership routines and team coaching
Ensure systematic implementation, accuracy and regular follow-up of OI data and KPIs in the mill
Management of selected mill production improvement projects, activities and events
Collaboration and best practice sharing with other mills and Wood Products OI team



What we offer
With our values, “Lead and Do What’s Right”, we endeavor to set an example in all aspects of our business as well as sustainability. We dare to take the initiative and constantly ask ourselves what more can we do, what can we do better. This is an excellent opportunity for you to be a part of the journey Stora Enso is on – transforming from a traditional forest industry company, into a renewable materials growth company – an industry with great potential driven by global megatrends.

Qualifications
In order to succeed in this role, you have some experience of Lean manufacturing tools and OI work. Your proficiency is based on a technical background, preferably a degree in engineering or years of experience from other relevant areas. Experience of how to implement continuous improvement thinking, routines, and methods. You have a passion for continuous development of processes and people, a go see mindset and good problem-solving skills.


You are a great communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, and you communicate fluently in Swedish and English. This position may require travelling.

To continue to drive a strong culture we are looking at a number of behaviors in each individual which is based upon our leadership themes set forth for driving our renewable materials agenda:
Customer Needs; Keeps up-to-date with market factors impacting our business and enhance or invent new products and solutions, always considering the customer and consumers perspective.
Business Acumen; Clear understanding of key financial and productivity metrics driving business value across our business as a whole. Has the ability to make decisions quickly on the basis of incomplete information and takes responsibility for own decisions.
Do what’s right; Takes responsibility for Stora Enso being a global company that is ethical, safe and free from harassment and discrimination. Acts as an example of Stora Enso’s values and Code of Conduct – in difficult times as well as good times.
Inspire & Motivate; Inspires team members in believing in the way forward and encourages a collaborative & communicative working environment. Actively seeks to understand the key motivators of others with the aim to make them grow and perform.
People Management; Builds a team of talented individuals with clear roles and responsibilities, while continuously promoting a learning culture. Sets challenging goals and provides both team and individuals with the opportunity to develop and impact the business.


Additional information
Please submit your application via our recruitment system latest by 6th of August 2021. Hiring manager Martin Hultström, +46732056111, Martin.b.Hultstrom@storaenso.com is happy to answer your questions about the position. Other questions can be directed to Recruitment Specialist Perwin Altun, perwin.altun.ext@storaenso.com. We accept applications submitted only through our recruitment system.

The Wood Products division is the largest sawn wood producer in Europe and a leading provider of sustainable wood-based solutions for the construction industry. Our growing Building Solutions business offers building concepts to support low-carbon construction and eco-friendly designs. We develop digital tools to simplify the designing of building projects with wood. We also offer applications for windows, doors and for packaging industries, and our pellets provide a sustainable heating solution.

Part of the bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wooden construction and paper. We employ some 23 000 people, and have sales in more than 50 countries. Our shares are listed on the Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R) stock exchanges.

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