Manager - Laboratories - Outokumpu Stainless Oy - Tornio, Finland

Lead Critical Laboratory Operations That Keep Production Moving! Are you an experienced leader with a passion for science and operational excellence? We are looking for a Manager – Laboratories to lead our laboratory operations in Tornio and play a pivotal role in ensuring the success, quality, and sustainability of our stainless steel and ferrochrome operations. In this key leadership position, you will manage a team of approximately 45 laboratory professionals and ensure the delivery of reliable, timely, and high-quality analytical services that are essential for production, product quality, environmental compliance, and business performance. As Manager – Laboratories, you will be responsible for: Leadership & People - Lead and develop Tornio Operations laboratory services to provide accurate and timely analytical results for cost-efficient and sustainable operations. Operations & Quality - Ensure laboratory processes, systems, and personnel meet relevant certifications and accreditation requirements. - Be responsible for the lifecycle management of analytical, instrumentation, and testing equipment. Safety, Sustainability & Compliance - Drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and a strong safety culture across all laboratory functions. Business & Performance - Support strategic business objectives through reliable analytics, expert insights, and strong stakeholder collaboration. What Makes This Role Important? The laboratory is a critical enabler of production. Without analytical results, production operations in Tornio cannot continue. Accurate and reliable laboratory services are essential for: - Production continuity - Product quality assurance - Environmental compliance - Process optimization - Sustainable and cost-efficient operations Your leadership will directly impact operational performance, product quality, safety, and business results. What We Are Looking For - M.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Technology, or a related field - Strong leadership and collaboration skills. - Ability to inspire, develop, and engage teams. - Strong customer and stakeholder focus. - Proven experience of successful laboratory work - Good communication in both Finnish and English Success in This Role Your success will be measured through: - Safety performance (TRIFR) - Lead time and reliability of laboratory results - Budget performance and cost control - Operational effectiveness and continuous improvement Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly skilled laboratory organization at the heart of one of Europe's most important stainless steel and ferrochrome production sites. You will have a significant impact on safety, quality, sustainability, operational performance, and the development of a dedicated team of professionals. We offer you a challenging and visible leadership role in an international industrial environment where your expertise and decisions will directly support business success and sustainable operations. You will work with committed professionals, modern laboratory technologies, and a broad network of stakeholders across the organization. Interested? Please submit your application and CV by August 20, 2026. For further information about the position, please contact Joni Koskiniemi, Head of Environment and Quality, tel. +358 40 847 2189 from July 27 onwards. We look forward to hearing from you!