Manager, Machining and Maintenance

Valmet•Shrewsbury, MA

1d•$96,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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