Senior Production Manager

Step into Impact: Senior Production Manager, Component
Join a pivotal production leadership role where you take ownership of component manufacturing operations in Xi’an. You will lead a capable team, ensure products are delivered with the right quality, on time, and at competitive cost, while continuously improving efficiency and processes. Imagine driving operational excellence while shaping production strategy and developing people. In this role, you influence safety, productivity, and long-term manufacturing performance—creating real value for the business and customers.

Job Responsibility:

• You will define and manage department KPIs and action plans, ensuring both strategic and operational targets are successfully achieved through strong teamwork and resource allocation
• You will lead component production operations, ensuring qualified manufacturing, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness
• You will drive continuous improvement in productivity and efficiency, optimizing manufacturing processes and maintaining smooth production flow
• You will ensure HSE compliance, maintaining safe operations and eliminating risks across both in-house production and customer service activities
• You will lead team management and development, including target setting, performance evaluation, recruitment, and capability building

Job Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree or above with at least 8 years of management experience in manufacturing or production
• Strong communication skills in both English and Chinese, written and spoken
• Solid analytical skills with strong problem-solving capability and hands-on experience in production management
• Familiarity with ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 systems
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus
• To succeed in this role
• You combine strong leadership with deep production management expertise, allowing you to balance daily operations with long-term improvements.
• You focus on efficiency, safety, and continuous optimization while building a high-performing and capable team.
• You collaborate effectively across functions and with global stakeholders to support business growth and operational excellence.

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

We offer
Competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and a vibrant workplace culture filled with team-building events and employee clubs. Plus, take advantage of our flexible internal mobility program to grow your career your way!
Valmet offers an inspiring and challenging position where you can make a real impact. You will work in an international, team-oriented environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning. We support your development with modern tools, learning opportunities, and a dynamic 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.
Join the team – and lead the way with us!