Head - Production Operations

Job Description

The Head of Production Operations will lead, manage, and continuously improve the production operations of mobile telecom equipment manufacturing. This includes overseeing end-to-end production processes, ensuring quality control, optimizing supply chain efficiency, and driving cost-effective, timely manufacturing to meet customer demands. The role demands strong leadership, strategic planning, and technical expertise in high-tech manufacturing environments.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Develop and implement production strategies aligned with company goals.
• Lead production planning, scheduling, and execution across all manufacturing units.
• Establish KPIs for operational performance and continuously track improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Engineering to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of manufacturing plants/facilities.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with industry standards, regulations, and certifications (e.g., ISO, RoHS, CE).
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Drive adoption of Industry 4.0/ 5.0, IoT, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Evaluate and invest in advanced equipment and automation solutions.
• Ensure manufacturing systems (ERP, MES, etc.) are optimized and well-integrated
  
  

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering) preferred.
• 10–15 years of experience in production operations preferred, with at least 5 in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in mobile telecom, electronics, or high-tech manufacturing sectors is preferred.
• Proven track record of leading complex production environments and achieving cost, quality, and delivery targets.
  
  

It would be nice if you also had:

• Good knowledge of learn manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and global supply chain dynamics is preferred.
  
  

About Us

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark
  
  

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

About The Team

In Mobile Networks , our ambition is to become the trusted partner of choice for Communications Service Providers (CSPs), as well as for non-CSP entities in sectors like utilities, transportation, public services, and defense. We strive to deliver unbeatable customer experiences in wireless connectivity.