Timo Riikonen has been appointed CFO and a member of management team of Metsä Wood as of 1 February 2018. He moves to the new role from the position of Director, Corporate controlling, Metsä Wood.

He reports to Esa Kaikkonen, EVP of Metsä Wood. Riikonen has worked for Metsä Group in different finance and accounting related positions since 2010.

Juha Pilli-Sihvola, who has been CFO of Metsä Wood since July 2017, is appointed CFO of Metsä Tissue Corporation as of 1 February 2018.

Both Metsä Wood and Metsä Tissue are parts of Metsä Group.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: We are a large automation company that has a line of consistency transmitters, sample valves and sheet break detectors that are marketed through a rep. network. We are seeking someone with a strong background in consistency control to facilitate start-ups, provide troubleshooting and technical advice. The individual should have experience in all major types of consistency measurement technologies (blade, rotary, microwave and optical). Knowledge of sheet break detection technology is desirable as well. Willingness to travel to paper production facilities across the US is a must.

Travel & Living Expenses to be reimbursed along with an agreed upon daily per diem rate.

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