Production Planner, Processed Wood Products, Pölkky Oy

Job title:

Production Planner, Processed Wood Products, Pölkky Oy

Company

Polkky Oy

Job description

Pölkky Oy is the largest private wood processing company in Northern Finland and part of the Austrian Pfeifer Group. Pfeifer Group employs approximately 2,600 people across four countries Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Finland. The Groups pr…Työn kuvaus:Pölkky Oy is the largest private wood processing company in Northern Finland and part of the Austrian Pfeifer Group. Pfeifer Group employs approximately 2,600 people across four countries Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Finland. The Groups projected revenue for 2024 is around EUR 1.4 billion.Pölkky has over 50 years of experience in wood processing. Our sawmills and further processing plants are located in Kuusamo, Taivalkoski, and Kajaani, with a pressure treatment facility in Oulu.Our annual revenue is around EUR 180 million, of which 80 % is directed to exports. We employ approximately 420 professionals and manage the entire production chain from wood procurement to sawing and further processing. Learn more about us: www.polkky.comWe are looking to fill a newly established positionPRODUCTION PLANNER for a permanent position.As a Production Planner, you and your team will be responsible for planning the production of processed wood products at four production facilities in the Koillismaa region and Kajaani, ensuring the timely production and delivery of our orders from sawn timber to final products. You will be a key link between forestry, production, and sales. This role combines production logistics, capacity management, and practical execution in cooperation with various units.Your main responsibilities include:
Management of raw materials
Allocation and balancing of processed product production between plants
Execution of sales and monitoring of production
Monitoring capacity and handling deviations
Processing and responding to new product inquiriesSuccess in this position requires the ability to manage large entities and coordinate daily production in changing situations in a systematic manner.
You will receive comprehensive practical training from experienced forest industry professionals. You do not need to be a fully qualified professional with us, you have the opportunity to become one.Your primary location will be Kuusamo or Taivalkoski (other locations negotiable)Watch Pölkkys video ‘Forest work is my second nature’ at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m8mNdxryy0Take on the challenge and grow strong roots in the North!We expect from the applicant:
– Relevant technical or commercial education or equivalent work experience
– Fluent English skills
– Good teamwork and interpersonal skills
– Ability to work under time pressure
– Self-directed and goal-oriented work approach, as well as an open attitude toward changing challenges
– Decision-making and organizational skills
– A genuine desire to learn and develop operations together with the team.We offer:
– A diverse and responsible role where you can influence the everyday life and future of production
– Fast employment opportunities and a permanent position in a family-owned international company
– Comprehensive orientation and support from an experienced team
– Great colleagues, a warm welcome, and an open work culture
– A comfortable and safe working environment in the scenic nature of Koillismaa
– Excellent employee benefits such as high-quality occupational healthcare, exercise and wellness benefits, and good opportunities for physical activity and hobbies.Considered an advantage:
– Knowledge of sawmill and further processing industry processes
– Previous experience in the industry.For more information about the position, contact:
Head of Production Planning Anna Harjula, anna.harjula@polkky.fi, tel. +358 40 8484 941.

Expected salary

Location

Taivalkoski, Pohjois-Pohjanmaa – Kuusamo, Pohjois-Pohjanmaa

Job date

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 07:40:10 GMT

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