North America Workshop Operations Leader

Valmet; Neenah (WI); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Valmet is seeking a Head of North America Workshop Operations to lead and develop our workshop network across North America. You will oversee Production Unit managers and key operational support functions, drive safety, quality and profitability, and establish capabilities to deliver high-quality, on-time results.

This leadership role requires a track record of managing complex, multi-site operations, strong change management, and the ability to collaborate across functions to optimize the

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in operations or a similar environment.
• Proven track record of leading people and delivering financial and operational performance.
• Experience in workshop or service operations is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and able to travel nationally and internationally.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; background check required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Production Unit managers and operational support functions with effective resourcing and development.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE, operational and quality standards.
• Deliver agreed financial targets and actions to improve profitability and cost efficiency.
• Oversee capacity, production, quality, inventory and delivery performance across workshops.
• Drive Operational Excellence, Lean and continuous improvement with shorter lead times and higher quality.
• Develop long‑term operational roadmap, workshop footprint and investment priorities with stakeholders.
• Collaborate across functions to improve supply chain performance and procurement savings.
• Ensure effective root cause analysis and corrective actions for significant quality and safety issues.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Safety culture

Lean

Continuous improvement

Financial performance

Cross-functional

Educación

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Master's degree in a technical field

Descripción del empleo

Valmet is seeking a Head of North America Workshop Operations to lead and develop our workshop network across North America. You will oversee Production Unit managers and key operational support functions, drive safety, quality and profitability, and establish capabilities to deliver high-quality, on-time results.

This leadership role requires a track record of managing complex, multi-site operations, strong change management, and the ability to collaborate across functions to optimize the