Manager, Operations Development

Changing your employer is not a decision to be made lightly. However, if you want to work on the front lines of development and shape the field as you go, keep reading to see what we have to offer! Join our team now and apply your expertise as a Manager, Operations Development.

Lead and manage operations development projects to ensure successful delivery on time, within scope, and within budget

Drive capital investment planning and execution, including business case development, ROI analysis, budgeting, and post-investment performance tracking

Oversee capital expenditure (CapEx) projects from initiation through implementation

Lead technology transfer initiatives for processes, equipment, and products, ensuring smooth transition across manufacturing sites

Coordinate cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Finance, IT, Quality, Supply Chain) to ensure successful project execution

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, risk assessments, and governance structures for complex projects

Ensure all projects comply with safety, quality, regulatory, and operational standards

Support equipment selection and procurement activities, including vendor assessments, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT)

Track and report project progress, key metrics, costs, and risks

Capture lessons learned and implement best practices to enhance operational excellence across sites

What you'll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field

5+ years of experience in operations development, engineering, manufacturing, or operational transformation roles

Proven experience leading cross-functional projects, including operations development and process improvement initiatives

Demonstrated experience in capital investment (CapEx) planning and execution, including business case development, budgeting, and ROI analysis

Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously

Experience working with suppliers and external partners, including equipment vendors and technology providers

Solid understanding of operational excellence methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement)

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational, financial, and technical data

Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required

We Offer

We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a 401k with company match as well as company-funded pension.

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Additional Information

Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people. To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.

Where everything works together

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer's performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com / careersna

Valmet is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and applicants for employment will not be discriminated on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission

Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.

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