Plant Director

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results.

With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact.

Your work moves the world!

Join us and take your career to the next level

Are you ready to step into a high-impact leadership position and shape the future of our Terminal Tractor Plant Operations? As ourPlant Director, you will be the driving force behind our LEAN transformation and operational excellence. Reporting directly to the President of Terminal Tractors, you won't just oversee daily operations—you will champion change management, empower your team, and cultivate a high-performing culture to exceed our ambitious financial and operational goals.

What are your key responsibilities:

Safety First: Ensure a safe work environment by building and driving a strong "safety first" culture across all areas of assembly and manufacturing.

Operational Excellence & Budgeting: Define and execute assembly operations budgets, deliver unit output as per forecasts, and continuously monitor costs, efficiency, and productivity to optimize own resources.

Continuous Improvement (LEAN): Drive continuous improvement, productivity, and assembly excellence by implementing and monitoring work processes according to the Kalmar 4.0 LEAN production system.

Transformational Leadership: Hire, develop, and retain a high-performing team. Drive transformational leadership with line management and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Union Partnership & Culture: Successfully partner with Union leaders and representatives to achieve a positive, productive work culture and high employee engagement aligned with Kalmar’s core values.

Stakeholder Communication: Ensure the right flow of information and collaborate closely with services, sales, divisions, and other global stakeholders.

What we offer you:

Purpose that drives change: You'll have an impact on Kalmar’s future and contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational breakthroughs.

Rewards that truly count: You'll have the opportunity to work for a global company and development opportunities to grow. We prioritize work-life balance, providing flexible working hours and hybrid work options.

People who move together: You'll collaborate with a global team, build strong relationships, solve challenges, celebrate wins, and connect with colleagues and clients in an open, sustainable culture.

Safety that moves us forward: Beyond physical safety, you'll benefit from the stability of a long-standing company, established in the 1940s, offering job security and a reliable foundation for your career.

What you bring to the role:

Educational Foundation: A B.A./B.S. or Master's degree in Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or another relevant degree, combined with LEAN training or certification.

Industry Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience with heavy vehicle multi-assembly or manufacturing.

Transformational Leadership: Proven success in driving lean transformation and operational performance management (e.g., Tier meeting escalations, daily Leadership Gemba), along with solid experience leading within a labor union environment.

Safety Commitment: A demonstrated ability to drive a "safety first" culture, acting as a role model through your behaviors and showing a strong focus on people.

Business Acumen: Strong financial and analytical abilities, coupled with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Global Mindset: Demonstrated leadership experience in a diverse, multicultural setting with international stakeholders and fluency in English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position will be filled once the most suitable candidate is identified.

About Kalmar

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people.

In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion.www.kalmarglobal.com