A diverse work community united by the courage to learn and work together
Foamit Group’s strength is not built merely on innovative circular economy solutions or technical expertise. Its core lies in its people – professionals who come from different countries, backgrounds and career paths and who share the same positive spirit: a desire to do their work well, develop themselves and support one another.
We conducted five interviews that reveal an organisation where community, safety and genuine appreciation are more than just words.
“The summer job just kept going and now it has been almost twenty years. Here you can be yourself. That is perhaps the most important thing.” Enni Kurikka
“All kinds of tasks have become familiar to me and no two days are the same. I also always try to stay aware of my surroundings and report anything I notice.” Jani Suvinen
Long careers and curiosity that drives people forward
Many Foamit Group employees stay for years, even decades. Enni says she came “for a summer job that just kept going,” and the same story appears in the experiences of Jani, Stefan and Niklas. What unites them is that they have grown together with the company.
Enni says she keeps learning: “Work has changed enormously… it feels like I am always learning something new.” Similarly, Niklas describes his career as driven by curiosity: “I saw immediately that there was something unique in foam glass.”
In production Jani tells how the job has taken him into different roles and taught him to understand the whole: “I have become familiar with all kinds of tasks.” A newer team member, Kaltrina, highlights how quickly one can learn new things when surrounded by skilled colleagues: “I had never driven a wheel loader, but now it feels natural.”
Team spirit that can be felt in every plant
One theme comes up so strongly in every interview that it cannot be overlooked: the good team spirit.
Stefan describes Hasopor as follows: “We help and support each other every day.” Kaltrina says she immediately felt included: “I can always ask, and I am treated fairly.”
Enni sums up the Finnish work community: “We have a good vibe. People are relaxed and you can be yourself here.”
According to Niklas, the foundation of Hasopor’s success is humility and mutual respect: “It is easy to ask for help here, and help is given willingly.”
The positive atmosphere is also part of Foamit Group’s formal goals, but the interviews show that these goals truly materialise in everyday work.
“The idea that packaging glass can become an environmentally friendly construction material was truly fascinating.” Stefan Nordahl
“I had never driven a wheel loader before but now it feels natural. I always try to work in a way where safety comes first.” Kaltrina Selmani
Safety is a shared responsibility and everyone believes in it
Whether in Finland, Sweden or Norway, safety is an essential part of everyone’s daily work.
Jani reminds us of the basics: “I always try to stay aware of my surroundings and report anything I notice.” Niklas describes safety as a culture rather than instructions: “We do safety work throughout the year. It is a culture.”
Kaltrina puts it simply: “I always try to work in a way where safety comes first.”
Safety is also a key theme in Foamit Group’s development programmes, where the shared goal is to move towards zero accidents.
The future is built together and everyone’s story is part of it
Although everyone has a different background, one thing unites the employees: the desire to influence how work and production develop.
Niklas hopes to focus more on strategic development in future, while Kaltrina hopes to see the products they make in use at customer sites. Enni wishes for more openness and appreciation, and Jani hopes for a less dusty work environment.
Stefan looks at the entire industry and hopes for faster progress: “I hope the transition to greener construction will move even faster.”
These wishes reveal an organisation where everyone’s voice is valued and where the future is truly built together.
“What fascinates me is that there is always something new to learn.” Niklas´ Sörling
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