Thread Cells Operation Manager

Vallourec provides benchmark tubular solutions for the energy sector and for some of the most demanding industrial applications. Its offer ranges from oil and gas wells in extreme conditions to high-performance mechanical equipment, as well as solutions for the hydrogen, CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage), geothermal and solar energy markets. Vallourec’s pioneering spirit and cutting‑edge R&D open new technological frontiers.

With 15,000 dedicated and passionate employees in more than 20 countries, Vallourec works hand‑in‑hand with its customers to offer more than just tubes:
Vallourec delivers innovative, safe, competitive and smart tubular solutions, to make every project possible. Listed on Euronext in Paris Vallourec is part of the CAC Mid 60, SBF 120 and Next 150 indices and is eligible for Deferred Settlement Service.

To implement and coordinate a comprehensive Employee Health, Safety and Environmental System for the employees of Vallourec

• Lead and manage multiple Threading Cells: satellite machining and inspection cells located within customer manufacturing sites.
• Ensure Threading Cells operational excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure daily production, quality, and delivery performance meet Vallourec standards while complying with local regulations and customer‑specific requirements.
• Provide hands‑on leadership combining technical expertise, operational control, administrative responsibilities, and direct supervision of Cell Leaders, CNC Machinists, and QC Inspectors.
• Represent Vallourec operationally at each customer‑embedded location, maintaining strong professional relationships and ensuring seamless coordination between on‑site teams, central operations, and customers.

• Oversee the daily execution of machining, threading, inspection, and finishing activities across all satellite locations.
• Ensure adherence to production plans, quality standards, and on‑time delivery targets.
• Implement and monitor KPIs related to productivity, OEE, scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
• Coordinate manpower allocation, shift plans, and workload balancing across sites.

• Enforce Vallourec’s HSE policies and ensure all shop activities comply with the company’s Safety and Loss Prevention standards.
• Conduct or coordinate safety audits, Safety moments, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and safety requirements of each host customer facility.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant quality requirements, including premium threading specifications and international standards.
• Support QC Inspectors in resolving non‑conformities, reviewing inspection reports, and performing root cause analysis.
• Participate in Quality Management System (QMS) reviews and ensure proper document control and traceability
• Participate in operational, financial, and quality management reviews.

• Act as the operational point of contact for customer stakeholders at each embedded shop.
• Handle escalations, communicate performance status, align expectations, and support customer audits.
• Maintain a professional and collaborative relationship that reinforces Vallourec’s reputation.

• Directly supervise Cell Leaders and oversee day‑to‑day activities of CNC and QC teams.
• Define qualification requirements, skill matrices, and individual development plans.
• Organize and coordinate technical and HSE training programs.
• Conduct performance reviews and support succession planning.

• Ensure proper utilization, preventive maintenance, and care of CNC machines, inspection gauges, tools, and fixtures.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams and suppliers to ensure high equipment availability and reliability.
• Monitor 5S within each Thread Cell and lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives, waste reduction, and visual management.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce scrap, rework, and cycle times.
• Maintain operational and capital budget performance for each satellite operations.