About this role
<div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><span>We are looking for a </span><strong><span>Team Leader</span></strong><span><strong> </strong>to join our Instrument Factory Team at Vaisala headquarters in Vantaa.</span></span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><a style="color:black" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMz06jD9MsY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span>Vaisala</span></a><span> is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most – from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. For a second year running, Vaisala got recognized in TIME Magazine's World's Best Companies in Sustainable Growth 2026 study. Our team of close to 2,500 experts and 62 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong.</span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"> </span><br><span style="color:black"><strong><span>Why join us?</span><span> </span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span>Superior technology and groundbreaking solutions</span></strong><span><strong>. </strong>Our industrial measurement instruments are trusted in demanding applications worldwide, from semiconductor factories and high-rise buildings to power plants, and the manufacturing of medicines and vaccines for major pharmaceutical companies</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span>Continuous improvement is our mantra</span></strong><span><strong>. </strong>We keep investing in our Vaisala Production System, expanding our production capabilities and facilities, and embracing automation across our smart factories — giving you the opportunity to shape the future of industrial measurement</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span>A career that keeps growing.</span></strong><span> This is a career opportunity to progress into a leadership role and a great learning opportunity to grow into a star leader with the help of our people leader program. We invest in people the same way we invest in our research – seriously and for the long term</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><span> </span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span>What's your role?</span><span> </span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><span>You will be leading a manufacturing team consisting of hard-working assembly professionals. Vaisala’s Instrument Factory is responsible for manufacturing industrial measurement solutions for selected markets. We work with a variety of industries, and our products solve our customers’ problems better than anybody else’s. Together with the team, you will have an excellent opportunity to contribute to Vaisala’s success in maintaining high reliability and improving the efficiency and scalability of our operations. In this role you will be working in close co-operation with your own team and talented colleagues across the Vaisala organization. You will report to Kari Niemi, Director, Instrument Factory. Your main responsibilities are:</span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Lead your own team and manage various people’s matters (e.g., recruiting, onboarding, guidance, performance management, team development, annual people process)</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Take responsibility for the daily operations and meeting operative targets related to Health & Safety, Quality, On Time Deliveries and Productivity</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Manage capacity in co-operation with other teams and functions</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Ensure high quality of production according to set metrics</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Participate in organizing development activities</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><span> </span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span>What will you bring?</span><span> </span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Relevant educational background and/or a few years’ work experience in manufacturing</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Good knowledge and understanding of manufacturing and general operations processes</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Experience from LEAN production is valued</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Maturity to take on a leadership role: you have ideas on how to motivate your team, lead to their performance and the courage to intervene when needed</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Understanding of what it means to act as an employer’s representative</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Good cooperation skills to effectively work with and influence different people</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Proficiency in English</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="color:black"> <p><span style="color:black"><span>Curiosity and a growth mindset to explore, learn, and apply AI tools in your daily work. We expect everyone at Vaisala to actively discover how AI can enhance their work</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><span> </span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black">Your presence and availability are crucial for building trust and supporting your team's success. Therefore, this role requires you to be present at our Instrument factory. The team operates in two shifts. You will also have regular evening shift weeks, approximately once a month.</span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><span><strong>For additional information</strong>,</span><span> please contact Kari Niemi, Director, Instrument Factory +358 50 486 0508 either on Monday July 13th between 12:00–13:00, or on Thursday July 16th between 12:00–13:00.</span></span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="color:black"><strong><span>Ready to take every measure for the planet?</span></strong><span> Apply at the latest on July 21st, 2026, via the application form.</span><span> </span></span></p> </div> </div>