Technical Project Manager
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Technical Project Manager with strong knowledge of technical investment project management and packaging machinery technologies to lead the way in modernizing the confectionery production and packaging operations in Finland.
In this position, you will be responsible for developing and implementing future packaging technology solutions for Fazer Confectionery. Together with the FC2030 project’s Technology team, your focus will be on the future new factory project. We are currently executing exceptionally significant packaging technology investments, and you will have a key role in contributing to one of the largest food manufacturing investments in Finland and the Nordics during the coming years.
You will be responsible for:
- Leading the development, engineering and implementation of future packaging machinery technologies and automated packaging solutions for the new FC2030 Lahti factory project
- Acting as the key contact for machine suppliers and system integrators to define, evaluate and implement packaging equipment and production line solutions
- Managing and coordinating technology, engineering and project resources to integrate new packaging lines and equipment into the future factory
- Driving machine performance, reliability, operational readiness and commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle
- Tracking and driving the required FC2030 Project deliverables to ensure packaging technology operational readiness is achieved on schedule
- Planning and executing the packaging area ramp-up as part of the integrated FC2030 Project ramp-up team
- Supporting collaboration between the project team, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance and other functions to ensure successful implementation of packaging technologies
You will be a part of the FC2030 Project team and work very closely with all Fazer Confectionery functions and our machine suppliers. You will report to Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations Design.
The position will be located in Vaarala, Vantaa, where we mainly work onsite. As the project progresses, the role will also require working at the new factory in Lahti.
Compensation
The role in question is a salaried position under the collective agreement for salaried employees in the food industry. The base salary of this position is between 4900 € - 5400 € / month depending on the knowledge and professional experience of the selected candidate.
This role is eligible for annual bonus plan (as confirmed each year separately by Fazer) with a target level earning potential of 10 % of annual salary. In addition, we offer a range of benefits including for example discounts to Fazer products and well-being benefits such as ePassi
We expect you to have over 5 years of relevant experience in technical investment project management, packaging machinery engineering, automation engineering, manufacturing engineering or similar roles, preferably within the food industry. You have a strong interest in industrial technologies and developing your expertise further.
You have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, for example in mechanical engineering, automation engineering, industrial engineering, food engineering or an equivalent field.
You have solid knowledge of packaging machinery, automated production systems and equipment integration. You are capable of driving complex technology projects from engineering phase through commissioning and handover to operations.
You are known for your strong collaboration and communication skills. You possess a goal-oriented, flexible and development-driven mindset and have strong project management capabilities.
You communicate and negotiate effectively in English and Finnish. Swedish and/or German language skills are considered an asset.
This position requires travelling within Finland and occasionally abroad.
Please send your application no later than 29th of October 2026. Any questions? For more information, please contact Daniel Touri, tel. +358505119743 or email daniel.touri@fazer.com on 19.10. between 16-18, on 23.10. between 15-17 or on 28.10. between 16-17.