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Senior Manufacturing Manager

NokiaSan Jose🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 23, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

As a Senior Manufacturing Manager at Nokia, you will drive operational excellence in a world-renowned technology company, leading critical production processes and fostering team growth. This role is ideal for experienced manufacturing leaders passionate about continuous improvement and developing high-performing teams in an advanced manufacturing environment. Seize this opportunity to make a significant impact and advance your career within a leading organization.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
San Jose, United States
Posted
1 week ago
Continuous Improvement

Job Description

Job Family Description
Direct Production (DP) covers the overall manufacturing operations of Nokia. Contains the direction and monitoring of business' operational processes concerning production, man and machinery performance, and maintenance, as well as related cost controls, quality, and packaging tasks.
 

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations for assigned shifts, ensuring achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, IT, Industrial Engineering, and other groups to resolve operational challenges and improve manufacturing performance.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity and strengthen overall manufacturing performance
  • Lead, coach, and develop Production Supervisors, Training, and Production Control personnel, while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
  • Develop cross-training and skill-building programs that enhance workforce flexibility and employee growth
  • 7+ years of leadership experience in Semiconductor manufacturing, Wafer fabrication, Cleanroom operations, or a comparable advanced manufacturing environment. Experience with Photonic Integrated Circuits highly preferred
  • Experience leading a Greenfield or Brownfield semiconductor wafer fabrication startup 
  • Project management
  • Successful candidates will have demonstrated the ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere with a proven track record of performing in a high-volume manufacturing environment

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