Fittings Material And Operations Manager
Gf Building Flow Solutions
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Fittings Material and Operations Manager
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Jouni Kirjava is listed as Fittings Material and Operations Manager at GF Building Flow Solutions, based in Finland. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Jouni Kirjava.
Jouni Kirjava previously worked as Team Manager - Fittings Material and Process Development at Uponor and Team Manager - Fittings Material & Process Development at Uponor. Jouni Kirjava holds Master’S Degree, Department Of Material Science; Polymer Processing & Paper Converting Technology from Tampere University Of Technology.
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About Jouni Kirjava
Strong background in the fields of polymeric materials; pulp and paper industry, composite and polyurethane manufacturing and other manufacturing industries.Excellent knowledge in the field of material technology, especially thermoplastics, polyurethanes, composites and thermoset polymers and the manufacturing methods thereof.I possess comprehensive knowledge of R&D functions at al levels, project management, leading production operations and process development. I have also been responsible for planning and executing large and small production and investment projects, production line start-ups and product launches.In addition to these, I have held positions in b-to-b sales, technical sales and customer service functions. I have planned and executed marketing operations and sales budgets in both key account and company level. Long history of managerial positions.My language abilities include excellent spoken and written English, good knowledge of Swedish language and I also speak some German. Very good interaction and human skills.
Listed skills include Product Development, Polymers, Materials Science, Composites, and 20 others.
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Jouni Kirjava work experience
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Team Manager - Fittings Material And Process Development
Team Manager - Fittings Material & Process Development
As a Team Manager for the Fittings Material & Process Development team, I am Supervising a team of Engineers and Specialists that develops high quality innovative and sustainable products for the global water systems industry.I have over 30 years of experience in the world of polymers, majority of those in many kinds of R&D positions. In addition to that, I have supervised production and sales operations and served as project lead within diverse industrial areas.I have a keen interest finding new and better solutions ensuring that our products meet highest standards and most stringent performance requirements set by our customers.
Manager, Raw Material Development
Technical owner for company's raw material selection. Maintain relationships with current and search for new suppliers. Project Manager for product and product development projects and tasks.
Jun 2019 - Feb 2024
Project Manager
Fy-Composites Oy
Managing a large marine upgrade project, where a fleet of vessels have their carbon composite above deck structures renovated and upgraded for new equipment and systems. I was responsible for economy, timetables and resources of the project.
Mar 2018 - Feb 2019
Production Manager
Fy-Composites Oy
I was responsible for all production related issues for both FY-Composites Oy and SMH-Uretan Oy. I also participated in production, equipment and material development and technical sales operations.FY-Composites Oy is a leading company in the development and manufacturing of composite products for ballistic protection and structural applications.FY-Composites subsidiary SMH-Uretan Oy specializes in manufacturing polyurethane parts and coatings for traditional PU applications but also for variety of new, innovative products. One of our fastest growing business sectors is environmental protection and product casings of electronic components for different sensors and measuring devices used in internet of things (IoT) applications.
Mar 2016 - Mar 2018
Product Manager
Kruunutekniikka Oy
Sales of Coolics® LED lights and lighting components. Introduction of new products to the market, marketing materials and campaigns.Product development. Production development.www.coolics.fi
Mar 2014 - Jan 2016
Project Manager
Kotek Factory Service Oy
Sales and marketing operations for company's services and products. Main focus on foreign markets such as; Sweden, Norway, Russia.
Aug 2013 - Nov 2013
Vice President, Technology
Vaahto Oy
Product and production development. Technical customer service and technical sales. Head of R&D organization.
Mar 2009 - May 2011
Service Business Director
Vaahto Oy
Service business sales, marketing, budgeting. Head of sales and R&D organizations. Responsibility for material and technology development. Member of Vaahto Roll Service management team.
Mar 2007 - Mar 2009
Director Of Development
Ak-Tehdas Oy (Vaahto Oy Subsidiary)
Product and production development. Supervisor for the R&D organization. Two new production line planning, technical and economical execution and startup. Employee training and instruction. Member of AK-Tehdas Oy development group.
Sep 2006 - Feb 2007
Product Development Manager
Product development project planning, execution, reporting and financial responsibility. Technical sales and technical customer service. R&D group supervisor. Equipment and technology investment projects.
Jan 1998 - Aug 2006
Product Development Engineer
Tetrakem Oy
New product development. Customer based research project planning and independent execution in a cost efficient way. Technical customer service.
Jan 1996 - Dec 1996
Research Engineer
Research project planning, execution and reporting. Project results published in international publications.
Apr 1994 - Dec 1995
5 education records
Jouni Kirjava education
Master’S Degree, Department Of Material Science; Polymer Processing & Paper Converting Technology
Education record
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Specialist Vocational Qualification Education, Work Supervision, Process Management
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Polymer Chemistry, Post-Graduate Studies
Studies For The Degree Of M.Sc., Process Technology, Chemistry
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What company does Jouni Kirjava work for?
Jouni Kirjava works for GF Building Flow Solutions.
What is Jouni Kirjava's role at GF Building Flow Solutions?
Jouni Kirjava is listed as Fittings Material and Operations Manager at GF Building Flow Solutions.
Where is Jouni Kirjava based?
Jouni Kirjava is based in Finland while working with GF Building Flow Solutions.
What companies has Jouni Kirjava worked for?
Jouni Kirjava has worked for Gf Building Flow Solutions, Uponor, Fy-Composites Oy, Kruunutekniikka Oy, and Kotek Factory Service Oy.
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What schools did Jouni Kirjava attend?
Jouni Kirjava holds Master’S Degree, Department Of Material Science; Polymer Processing & Paper Converting Technology from Tampere University Of Technology.
What skills is Jouni Kirjava known for?
Jouni Kirjava is listed with skills including Product Development, Polymers, Materials Science, Composites, R&D, Polyurethane, Sales, and Paper Industry.
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