Kirike Oy is an Outokumpu-based machine shop specialising in the contract manufacturing of sub-assemblies for machines operating in demanding and tiring conditions. The company has over 40 years of experience, modern machinery and equipment, certified operating systems. Customer success and the wellbeing of Kirike’s staff are at the heart of everything we do.

“Kirike impressed with a functioning external board of directors, something that is missing in many companies of this size. The operations were well organised and structured from the first meeting, said Patrion headhunters Kari Kekäläinen and Jari Luoma.”

How did Patrio manage the search process for founding partner Markus Kuoppamaa?

“The application process was well prepared and this was a factor in getting the recruitment through in the planned timeframe. Patrio was consistent and the flow of information in both directions was clear.”

Change was sought, whether change was achieved and how it is reflected in the operations of Kirike Ltd.

“In line with the company’s strategy, the sales function has been separated from the CEO’s role and the previous CEO has continued his commendable sales work.

The new winds that the new CEO has brought with him have brought changes in the organisation, as well as in the day-to-day running of the business and its streamlining – it all starts with leadership.”

Heikki Hintikka, you have now been CEO of Kirike Oy for some time. Has the role and the company lived up to what you described in Teaser?

The mission and the company have corresponded well to what was described in the Teaser, the Teaser was comprehensive and open.

What do you think the company should consider when launching a demanding search process?

The company should be extremely honest with itself in defining the initial data, and the company’s commitment to the process should be strong.

What do you think are the pitfalls of direct search or recruitment in general?

I think the biggest risks of failure are if there is not full transparency between all parties (company, headhunter, candidates). I also think that the excessive length of the process and the lack of communication of situations to the parties involved are also major pitfalls.