Production Unit Leader

Do you enjoy managing a winning team? Deciding on your next employer is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines of development, shaping the field as you go, keep reading to see what we have to offer! 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 a Production Unit Leader in Clarks Summit, PA. As Production Unit Leader of our Clarks Summit, PA location, you will be responsible for directing, planning, and execution of the company's strategic plan relating to all manufacturing operations. Managing internal projects and communicating production metrics and service impacts to maintain schedules will be essential to success in this role. The ideal candidate will also possess experience managing personnel working in multiple trade areas. The candidate we are looking for must be individually motivated and results driven, skilled in problem solving, and deep analytical and data management skills that will contribute to the success of the operation. At Valmet, we are committed to taking safety forward in our place of work and as the Production Unit Leader you are responsible for oversight of the site safety policies and procedures in addition to continuous education of the most current applicable safety guidelines. You will balance a desire to support and work closely with customers along with your passion for development of cutting-edge products. Expectations To excel in this role you will need a strong understanding of best practices implemented through Lean Enterprise; 5S, TPM, SWI, PDCA, etc. As the production unit leader, you will ensure that, as the company grows, manufacturing capabilities meet or exceed all industry and customer requirements for cost, quality, and responsiveness. Working with Customer Service and Sales, you will partner in production scheduling, estimating, and work in process reporting to meet customers’ expectations. You will partner with key stakeholders to recommend objectives in each area of operations, an develop specific short and long-term plans and programs, together with supporting budget requests and financial estimates. Additionally, to succeed in the role, you will need a bachelor’s degree from a college or university in a related field; or an Associate Degree from a two-year college; or an equivalent combination of education and industry experience. Effective written and oral communication skills in English along with presentation, negotiation, and analytical skills. Experience in ERP systems (Baan, SAP, etc.) is also required. A working knowledge of financial principles and practices, as well as experience managing a P&L is required, along with experience managing people. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about growing and developing a winning team! 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. When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 17,500 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/careers 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. #LiOnsite http://www.valmet.com Valmet is a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. With our automation systems and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our 17,500 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day. The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. In 2022, a major milestone was achieved when the flow control company Neles was merged into Valmet. The combined company’s net sales in 2021 were approximately EUR 4.5 billion based on the respective company figures. To protect our candidates' privacy, Valmet will never ask any personal information such as banking information or social security number during the recruitment process.