Director, Manufacturing, Pressure Parts

Are you ready to take the lead in a global manufacturing environment where people, processes, and performance come together? 

We are looking for a Director, Manufacturing, Pressure Parts to lead our production operations in Finland and play a key role in shaping the future of our manufacturing performance and competitiveness. In this position, you will drive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost efficiency while developing a high-performing organization. As a member of the Global Supply Production Leadership Team, you will contribute to strategic decision-making and collaborate closely with stakeholders across our businesses and supply organization. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on our global manufacturing operations and customer success. 

Your Responsibilities 

• Lead and develop Pressure Parts manufacturing operations in Lapua and Tampere, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. 

• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that support business objectives, competitiveness, and long-term growth. 

• Lead approximately 200 manufacturing professionals and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 

• Drive operational excellence through Lean methodologies, process development, performance management, and the implementation of new technologies and ways of working. 

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external manufacturing partners to ensure production performance, sustainability, compliance, and delivery excellence. 

Expectations for You 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or another relevant field. 

• Proven experience leading manufacturing operations and large production organizations in a complex industrial environment. 

• Strong track record in driving operational excellence through Lean, continuous improvement, and change management initiatives. 

• Strong business acumen with the
• ability to make data-driven decisions that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. 

• Fluency in English and the willingness to travel globally when required. 

To Succeed in This Role 

To be successful in this role, you have extensive experience in a manufacturing leadership position and a strong ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You excel at developing high-performing teams and building strong relationships across functions, businesses, and cultures. You are comfortable leading change, driving transformation, and challenging the status quo to improve performance. Your analytical mindset enables you to translate operational data into actions that create sustainable business results. Most importantly, you are passionate about people leadership and creating an environment where individuals and teams can succeed. 

We also expect you to align with Valmet’s Leadership Principles - practical behaviours that guide how we lead, collaborate, and succeed together: 

• Take accountability – Act with ownership, set clear expectations, and follow through. 

• Lead with courage – Champion change, try bold ideas, and learn quickly. 

• Build on trust – Listen to understand, be open, and create psychological safety. 

• Collaborate for growth – Work across boundaries, value diverse perspectives, and focus on customer value. 

Want to Know More? 

Ready to help shape the future of our manufacturing operations? We'd love to hear from you. Submit your application through Valmet Careers by 8 November 2026. 

We will start reviewing applications during the application period. In our recruitment process. We use a variety of selection methods, e.g. video screening, personality questionnaires, ability tests, and interviews. 

We encourage our employees to a healthier lifestyle by being a Smoke-free Workplace. 

When Everything Works Together 

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.  

At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation.

We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics such as gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, or political views. 

Join the team – and lead the way with us! 

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