Production planning and manufacturing
Production roles are at the heart of Sako
On the production and manufacturing side, you become part of the process that makes precision hunting and sporting rifles and cartridges at our sites in Riihimäki, Hausjärvi and Muurame. In production at Sako, the work is done in a modern factory environment where automation and robotics blend seamlessly with craftsmanship. We invest in cleanliness, ergonomics and, above all, occupational safety. We want everyone to be able to come to work with a good mind and return home healthy.
In our employees’ words
“I like to examine things and think about what went wrong here. It is a combination of character and professional skill. I also like the way a firearm gradually takes shape from smaller parts into a whole. Even as a child I liked building with Lego.”
“Making safe, first-class products demands high quality standards. In everyday work, that requires precision, care and constant communication. If something gives you even the slightest doubt, it is always better to ask.”
“Sako has been a very good employer, and it is great to be part of a process whose end product is excellent. Even though you could make high-quality products elsewhere, working here is really rewarding and things are as they should be.”
Developing competence
Competence is one of Sako’s most important competitive strengths.
We invest in job rotation and in developing multi-skilling, and we make internal moves to different roles possible. Multi-skilling helps us ensure the smoothness of production and cover during absences. In addition, the practice supports our employees’ motivation as their tasks broaden and diversify, and it brings variety and interesting challenges to the work. This also lets us have a positive effect on wellbeing at work and on work ability as the risks caused by repetitive work are reduced. We plan competence development at unit, department and individual level. A separate competence bonus was introduced in production in spring 2025. We assess the level of competence every year.
Why Sako?
Passion, precision and cutting-edge technology. See why Sako people are proud of their work.
What our employees value
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The setting for doing the work
We invest in your safety and your wellbeing. You get high-quality workwear, up-to-date safety equipment and comprehensive staff benefits that support your wellbeing. We actively support coping at work and make sure you have the resources and support you need to succeed in your job. Long careers are a sign that we have succeeded in creating a stable and caring work environment.
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Quality and history
We make no compromises in the quality of our products. Every one of our products tells a story of solid craftsmanship and more than a century of experience. The demanding precision of our work, and the quality it produces, is what allows our products to work perfectly even in the most demanding conditions, today and in the future.
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Roles and opportunities to develop
Beyond a stable job, we want to offer employees the chance to grow professionally. Many of us have enjoyed working here for decades. A stable foundation gives you the chance to grow and develop as a professional.
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Work culture
Sako has a unique team spirit, where everyone is easy to approach and help is given whenever it is needed. At Sako, everyone is easy to approach regardless of title. Together we create high-quality products and a pleasant work environment where everyone can feel valued.
Open production planning and manufacturing roles
Our most typical production roles include a variety of machining and operator tasks, finishing and assembly work, and packing.
