Top Benefits
About the role
Deciding on a new career within Valmet can be an exciting prospect. Every day there are teams of Valmet employees around the world who share the feeling of achieving something great – that feeling when everything works together. Apply your expertise in new ways to continue on the path of growth asQuality & Continuous Improvement Manager.
Expectations:
- Develop, implement and evaluate quality policies, processes and projects, and develop resources to assist the operations and manufacturing functions to be able to reach quality standards.
- Responsible for processes related to quality control and assurance and ISO standard implementation in in-house or subcontracted work.
- Define the appropriate and adequate procedures and measures of control for production processes and conduct risk assessments of these processes.
- Lead implementation of new regulations and support and facilitate audits and regulatory
- Execution of quality improvement projects and initiatives, e.g. Lean
- Quality reporting and follow-up of improvement actions
- Responsible for the local quality management documents staying up to date in Valmet handbook
Position Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of experience in pulp and paper related industry.
- High analytical thinking and able to solve complex problem.
- Good communication and organization skills
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma. Certification is an asset.
- Advanced skill with computer (MS Office platform etc.)
- Ability to read and modify technical drawings. Experience with CATIA, SolidWorks or NX would be an important asset.
What we offer
Valmet offers a dynamic work environment that is team-oriented, international and focused on growth. We value and encourage an innovative culture that suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic environment. All this comes with a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company funded pension plan and 401k with company match.
Additional Information This role offers a great opportunity to expand your career and apply your well-earned knowledge in a meaningful way. Please note that only online applications will be accepted.
When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 20,000 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
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.
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.
La personne occupant ce poste s’efforce de fournir des produits de la plus haute qualité à nos clients. Elle est responsable de l’exécution des projets et initiatives d’amélioration de la qualité en utilisant les processus Lean.
RESPONSABILITÉS:
Développer, mettre en œuvre et évaluer les politiques, processus et projets qualité, ainsi que développer les ressources nécessaires pour soutenir les fonctions opérationnelles et manufacturières afin d’atteindre les standards de qualité.
Être responsable des processus liés au contrôle et à l’assurance qualité, ainsi que de la mise en œuvre des normes ISO pour les travaux internes ou sous-traités.
Définir les procédures appropriées et adéquates ainsi que les mesures de contrôle pour les processus de production, et réaliser des évaluations de risques associées à ces processus.
Diriger la mise en œuvre de nouvelles réglementations, et soutenir et faciliter les audits et inspections réglementaires.
Coordonner les formations qualité pour les employés afin de s’assurer que chacun possède le niveau de connaissance requis. Complexité du travail et impact sur l’entreprise : Travaille de manière autonome, ou peut diriger une petite équipe, pour mener à bien les tâches et projets assignés, en gérant les activités de gestion de la qualité d’une petite unité. Analyse et améliore les méthodes de travail actuelles. Guide et influence les autres dans son domaine d’expertise.
Exécuter les projets et initiatives d’amélioration de la qualité, par exemple via le Lean.
Assurer le reporting qualité et le suivi des actions d’amélioration.
Être responsable de la mise à jour des documents de gestion de la qualité locaux dans le Valmet Handbook.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES:
Baccalauréat en génie chimique ou mécanique avec 5 ans d’expérience dans l’industrie des pâtes et papiers.
Grande capacité d’analyse et aptitude à résoudre des problèmes complexes.
Bonnes compétences en communication et en organisation.
Connaissance du Lean Six Sigma. Une certification constitue un atout.
Compétences avancées en informatique (plateforme MS Office, etc.).
Capacité à lire et modifier des dessins techniques. Une expérience avec CATIA, SolidWorks ou NX serait un atout important.
Not the right fit? Search for Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager jobs in Montréal, QC
About Valmet
Valmet has a global customer base across various process industries. We are a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and with our automation and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our more than 19,000 professionals in more than 40 countries around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day.
Valmet is organized around five business lines and five geographical areas. The business lines are Services, Flow Control, Automation Systems, Pulp and Energy and Paper. The areas are North America, South America, EMEA (Europe, Middle-East and Africa), Asia Pacific, and China.
The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. Valmet’s net sales in 2023 were approximately EUR 5.5 billion.
Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and the head office is in Espoo, Finland.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Deciding on a new career within Valmet can be an exciting prospect. Every day there are teams of Valmet employees around the world who share the feeling of achieving something great – that feeling when everything works together. Apply your expertise in new ways to continue on the path of growth asQuality & Continuous Improvement Manager.
Expectations:
- Develop, implement and evaluate quality policies, processes and projects, and develop resources to assist the operations and manufacturing functions to be able to reach quality standards.
- Responsible for processes related to quality control and assurance and ISO standard implementation in in-house or subcontracted work.
- Define the appropriate and adequate procedures and measures of control for production processes and conduct risk assessments of these processes.
- Lead implementation of new regulations and support and facilitate audits and regulatory
- Execution of quality improvement projects and initiatives, e.g. Lean
- Quality reporting and follow-up of improvement actions
- Responsible for the local quality management documents staying up to date in Valmet handbook
Position Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of experience in pulp and paper related industry.
- High analytical thinking and able to solve complex problem.
- Good communication and organization skills
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma. Certification is an asset.
- Advanced skill with computer (MS Office platform etc.)
- Ability to read and modify technical drawings. Experience with CATIA, SolidWorks or NX would be an important asset.
What we offer
Valmet offers a dynamic work environment that is team-oriented, international and focused on growth. We value and encourage an innovative culture that suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic environment. All this comes with a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company funded pension plan and 401k with company match.
Additional Information This role offers a great opportunity to expand your career and apply your well-earned knowledge in a meaningful way. Please note that only online applications will be accepted.
When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 20,000 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
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.
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.
La personne occupant ce poste s’efforce de fournir des produits de la plus haute qualité à nos clients. Elle est responsable de l’exécution des projets et initiatives d’amélioration de la qualité en utilisant les processus Lean.
RESPONSABILITÉS:
Développer, mettre en œuvre et évaluer les politiques, processus et projets qualité, ainsi que développer les ressources nécessaires pour soutenir les fonctions opérationnelles et manufacturières afin d’atteindre les standards de qualité.
Être responsable des processus liés au contrôle et à l’assurance qualité, ainsi que de la mise en œuvre des normes ISO pour les travaux internes ou sous-traités.
Définir les procédures appropriées et adéquates ainsi que les mesures de contrôle pour les processus de production, et réaliser des évaluations de risques associées à ces processus.
Diriger la mise en œuvre de nouvelles réglementations, et soutenir et faciliter les audits et inspections réglementaires.
Coordonner les formations qualité pour les employés afin de s’assurer que chacun possède le niveau de connaissance requis. Complexité du travail et impact sur l’entreprise : Travaille de manière autonome, ou peut diriger une petite équipe, pour mener à bien les tâches et projets assignés, en gérant les activités de gestion de la qualité d’une petite unité. Analyse et améliore les méthodes de travail actuelles. Guide et influence les autres dans son domaine d’expertise.
Exécuter les projets et initiatives d’amélioration de la qualité, par exemple via le Lean.
Assurer le reporting qualité et le suivi des actions d’amélioration.
Être responsable de la mise à jour des documents de gestion de la qualité locaux dans le Valmet Handbook.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES:
Baccalauréat en génie chimique ou mécanique avec 5 ans d’expérience dans l’industrie des pâtes et papiers.
Grande capacité d’analyse et aptitude à résoudre des problèmes complexes.
Bonnes compétences en communication et en organisation.
Connaissance du Lean Six Sigma. Une certification constitue un atout.
Compétences avancées en informatique (plateforme MS Office, etc.).
Capacité à lire et modifier des dessins techniques. Une expérience avec CATIA, SolidWorks ou NX serait un atout important.
Not the right fit? Search for Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager jobs in Montréal, QC
About Valmet
Valmet has a global customer base across various process industries. We are a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and with our automation and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our more than 19,000 professionals in more than 40 countries around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day.
Valmet is organized around five business lines and five geographical areas. The business lines are Services, Flow Control, Automation Systems, Pulp and Energy and Paper. The areas are North America, South America, EMEA (Europe, Middle-East and Africa), Asia Pacific, and China.
The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. Valmet’s net sales in 2023 were approximately EUR 5.5 billion.
Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and the head office is in Espoo, Finland.