What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Director position at envista?
Job Description: We are looking for an experienced and driven Operations Director to lead our Tuusula manufacturing site through its next phase of performance, transformation, and growth. In this role, you will provide both strategic and hands-on operational leadership for a multi-disciplinary manufacturing organization. You will be accountable for driving excellence across safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and cost, while strengthening operational resilience and enabling business growth. A key part of the role is transforming operations through the disciplined deployment of the Envista Business System (EBS), while accelerating automation, digitalization, and AI adoption. You will also play a central role in ensuring manufacturing readiness for new products, supporting innovation together with R&D and Product Management, and delivering a major site move project to a new location in Tuusula without compromising customer supply or regulatory compliance. This role is a member of the site management team and reports to VP, Global Operations at DEXIS. The position is based primarily on-site in Tuusula. Key Responsibilities Lead and Develop a High-Performing Operations Organization Provide strategic and operational leadership for assembly, machining, logistics, manufacturing engineering, purchasing, EHS, and facilities Build a strong performance culture based on collaboration, accountability, trust, and continuous improvement Coach, develop, and engage leaders and teams to strengthen capabilities and long-term succession Drive Operational Excellence and Transformation Lead the deployment and continuous improvement of the Envista Business System (EBS) Own performance across safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and cost Drive structured problem solving and continuous improvement Identify, prioritize, and implement automation, digitalization, and AI solutions to improve scalability, quality, and competitiveness Enable Product Innovation and Growth Partner closely with R&D and Product Management to support new product introductions Ensure manufacturing readiness, cost targets, quality standards, and supply chain robustness early in product development Promote design-for-manufacturability, design-for-scale, and design-for-cost principles Regulatory Compliance and Operational Resilience Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, standards, and internal policies Act as site owner for Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) Proactively manage operational risk and resilience Lead the Tuusula Site Move Successfully deliver a major site move to new premises within Tuusula Ensure continuity of supply, quality performance, regulatory compliance, and cost control throughout the transition and stabilization phases #LI-PG2 Job Requirements: Experience and Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field, Master’s degree or MBA is an advantage Minimum 7 years of experience in production or operations leadership role, ideally in a matrixed, global organization Strong hands-on experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results in dynamic and complex environments. Leadership and Personal Capabilities Strong people leadership skills with the ability to build and sustain high-performing teams Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal) Structured, analytical problem-solving mindset with a strong bias for action Ability to balance daily operational management with long-term transformation Experience leading change, major improvement programs, or large operational transitions Interest and capability to leverage automation, digitalization, and AI in manufacturing Why Join Us? This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape the future of a critical manufacturing site within a global healthcare technology organization. You will have: Real influence over strategy, performance, and transformation The opportunity to lead a broad, multi-functional organization A key role in product innovation and site development The chance to deliver a landmark site move project A collaborative, international environment within DEXIS and Envista If you are motivated by challenge, transformation, and visible results, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact. Interested? Please submit your application via this page. We review applications continuously and will invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period — so if this sounds like the right opportunity for you, don’t hesitate to apply! DEXIS is the global leader in dental imaging. We bring together the most trusted brands in 2D and 3D imaging, intraoral scanning solutions, and diagnostic software, in one connected and AI-powered ecosystem. Our innovative and award-winning technologies use smart simplicity to increase productivity and enhance diagnostic confidence. DEXIS has brought together some of the most recognized CBCT brands in the industry, including Instrumentarium, SOREDEX™, Cranex, Gendex™ and the well-known i-CAT™. With over 17,000 successful installations in the last 15 years, DEXIS OP 3D solutions lead the industry in reliable performance and innovation. DEXIS is a part of Envista, a global family of more than 30 trusted dental brands that are united by a shared purpose: to partner with professionals to improve lives. Operating Company: DEXIS Envista and its family of companies (Envista) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Envista will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (Agency) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge and Envista will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt such unsolicited resumes. An Agency must obtain advance written approval from Envista's internal Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract approved by the Global Talent Acquisition leader and in response to a specific job opening. Envista will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement and written approval in place. Envista is a global family of more than 30 trusted dental brands, united by a shared purpose: to partner with professionals to improve lives. Envista helps its customers deliver the best possible patient care through industry-leading dental consumables, solutions, technology, and services. Our comprehensive portfolio, including dental implants and treatment options, orthodontics, and digital imaging technologies, covers an estimated 90% of dentists' clinical needs for diagnosing, treating, and preventing dental conditions as well as improving the aesthetics of the human smile. Envista companies, including DEXIS, Kerr, Nobel Biocare and Ormco, partner with dental professionals to help them deliver the best possible patient care. Envista became an independent company in 2019. We brought with us the proven Envista Business System (EBS) methodology, an experienced leadership team, and a strong culture grounded in continuous improvement, commitment to innovation, and deep customer focus to meet the end-to-end needs of dental professionals worldwide. Envista is now one of the largest global dental products companies, with significant market positions in some of the most attractive segments of the dental products industry. For more information, please visit www.envistaco.com.