Kimmo Paananen
About Kimmo Paananen
Kimmo Paananen serves as the Director of Operations at Hiab since 2022, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at companies such as Nokia and KONE Corporation. He holds a Master's degree in Engineering/Industrial Management and has developed innovative management methods to enhance operational efficiency.
Work at Hiab
Kimmo Paananen has been serving as the Director of Operations at Hiab since 2022. He operates from Raisio, located in Southwest Finland. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing strategic initiatives to improve performance metrics.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Kimmo Paananen held various roles in notable companies. He was the Managing Director at IPTE from 2010 to 2012 in Tallinn. He also worked at Nokia as a Senior Manager from 2007 to 2009 in Salo, and as a Final Assembly Specialist from 1999 to 2004. Additionally, he served as Factory Manager at KONE Corporation from 2019 to 2022 in Hyvinkää and as Director of Operations at Rostek Oy from 2015 to 2019 in Espoo.
Education and Expertise
Kimmo Paananen holds a Master's degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from Tampere University of Technology, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Machine Automation from Kuopion Teku during the same period. His expertise includes Lean Manufacturing, Quality Management, and data-driven leadership, particularly in driving KPI improvements.
Innovations and Contributions
Kimmo Paananen pioneered the implementation of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and process data mining in operations. He developed a unique Daily Management method aimed at enhancing KPI improvements through data-driven leadership. His contributions have significantly impacted business process improvement and supply chain optimization.
Leadership Skills
Kimmo Paananen possesses strong skills in cross-functional team leadership and business control. His experience across various roles has equipped him with the ability to lead teams effectively and manage complex operational challenges.