24/7 Tech Manufacturing Operations Lead

Nokia; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia in Allentown, PA is seeking a Production Manager to lead 24/7 manufacturing operations ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high‑quality technology products. You will oversee production supervisors and frontline teams, driving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, workforce planning, training, and performance management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 5-8 years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience in high-volume technology manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production operations across multiple shifts.
• Meet safety, quality, and delivery targets.
• Develop supervisors and frontline employees.
• Drive KPI improvements (OEE, yield, productivity).
• Collaborate across functions to solve issues and implement Lean initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Lean manufacturing

Team coaching

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/manufacturing/operations management

Job description

Nokia in Allentown, PA is seeking a Production Manager to lead 24/7 manufacturing operations ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high‑quality technology products. You will oversee production supervisors and frontline teams, driving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The role emphasizes Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, workforce planning, training, and performance management.