Trainee, Quality

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!

Join us and take your career to the next level

As our Quality Trainee, you will become a valued member of the Tampere Production Quality team. In this role, you will work at the interface of production and engineering, supporting quality assurance and process development across two key product lines: Hybrid Power Units and Fully Electric Power Units.

This is a hands-on traineeship ideal for a technical student eager to understand how high-voltage assembly processes are controlled, monitored, and continuously improved in an industrial environment. You will gain practical experience in quality follow-up, process development, and cross-functional collaboration - while seeing the concrete impact of your work on production quality and safety.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position located in Tampere, Finland. The trainee period typically runs from May to August 2026, with exact timing agreed together with your manager.

What Are Your Key Responsibilities

• Hybrid Straddle Carrier Power Unit Assembly (Quality Follow-up):
• Monitor the daily assembly quality of straddhybrid power units on the production line.
• React to quality deviations, perform initial investigations, and ensure non-conforming parts are handled correctly.
• Conduct product audits to verify that assembly work instructions are being followed precisely.
• Collect and visualize quality data.
• Fully Electric Straddle Carrier Power Unit (Process Development):
• Participate in the process development of the fully electric power unit assembly line.
• Identify bottlenecks or quality risks in the current assembly process and propose practical improvements.
• Assist engineers in updating assembly instructions and process failure mode analyses (FMEA).
• Support the implementation of new testing protocols for electric components.
• Support Control Plan Development: Assist in defining inspection points, measurement methods, and reaction plans to ensure the process remains stable.
  
  

What We Offer You

“If you take the initiative, leaders are there to support your next step. The opportunity is real.”

• Rewards that truly count: A fixed monthly salary, determined by your completed study points, and an Edenred lunch benefit to support your daily well-being.
• Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s. Your voice matters, and we actively support your professional growth and development.
• People who move together: Our open and collaborative culture allows you to build valuable connections with global colleagues and clients. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with fellow trainees through various activities and events.
• Purpose that drives change: Our leadership provides direction, but your expertise, curiosity, and commitment help drive innovation, sustainability, and long-term impact.
  
  

Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120+ countries, where your work contributes to smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions worldwide.

What You Bring To The Role

• Academic Background in Engineering or Supply Chain: You are currently studying toward a degree in Engineering or Supply Chain and are motivated to apply your academic knowledge in a practical, hands-on setting.
• Early Experience & Curiosity: Previous experience from similar roles, internships, student projects, or volunteer work is an advantage - but not required. Your motivation and willingness to learn matter most.
• Proactive & Learning-Oriented Mindset: You bring a positive, can-do attitude and are eager to develop your skills within quality and process improvement.
• Strong Communication & Collaboration Skills: You communicate effectively in both English and Finnish and enjoy working in a team-oriented, international environment.
• Interest in Quality Tools & Problem-Solving: You are keen to learn new quality-related tools, methods, and technologies, and enjoy contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Commitment to Safety & Values: You prioritize safe working practices and align with Kalmar’s values of safety, collaboration, sustainability, and innovation.
  
  

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today!

If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your application with your CV by the latest 8.2.2025! Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and the position will be filled as soon as possible when we find the right candidate.

If you have questions about the position, please contact Ari Kauppinen, Director, Quality on Thursday 8.1 between 10:00-12:00 or Thursday 15.1 between 13:00-15:00 at tel: +358505350535

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About Kalmar

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,200 people. In 2024, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion.

www.kalmarglobal.com