Manager, Machining and Maintenance

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Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership and well-being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations.  Apply your expertise as the Machining and Maintenance Manager in our Shrewsbury, MA office.

The Machining & Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all machining operations and facility/equipment maintenance activities within the Valmet Shrewsbury facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and reliable production while maintaining a high level of responsiveness to changing customer demands.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in precision machining, proven leadership of tenured workforces, and a continuous improvement mindset. This leader will balance operational execution with strategic initiatives to improve uptime, quality, and productivity.

Expectations

To excel in the role you should:

• Lead and oversee daily Machining operations to ensure on-time, high-quality manufacturing that meets customer requirements
• Work alongside production planning to develop, implement, and manage manufacturing plans and schedules, adjusting resources and workflows as needed to meet demand
• Monitor, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety, quality, output, efficiency, and rework
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering to develop proper tools, fixtures, and equipment for Machining Operations
• Partner with the Plant Director to support long-term manufacturing strategy and capacity planning
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing production team, including performance management, coaching, and succession planning
• Foster a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement
• Support workforce development, including cross-training and skills progression
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives (setup reduction, flow improvements, waste elimination)
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase throughput and reduce costs
• Utilize data and root cause analysis to solve recurring issues
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures

To succeed in this role you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7-10 years of experience in Machining or Manufacturing operations, preferably in valve or mechanical component manufacturing.
• 5+ years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tools, and safety standards.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles (Six Sigma or Lean certification preferred)
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
   

We offer

We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers’ success. This includes a generous wage starting between $96-$128k/annual* and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.

*Salary range is intended to provide a general guideline. Actual compensation will be determined based on market data, internal equity, and candidate credentials.”

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.

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When 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!

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