Lead, coach, and support the Production Management Team
Ensure daily production targets are met safely, on time, and within budget
Conduct performance reviews and support training and development plans
Support standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions (WI)
Recruit and onboard talents in production to support the growth in collaboration with the team leads
Plan and manage production workflows to meet customer commitments, lead times, and budgets
Optimize staffing, equipment, and materials to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Ensure production plans and processes comply with customer requirements, laws, and group policies
Monitor operations against UPL’s operating model to consistently achieve targets.
Lead production compliance with ISO standards and required audits (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, R2v3).
Ensure adherence to laws, environmental, health and safety, quality, and company policies.
Lead problem-solving initiatives to address production bottlenecks, quality issues, or operational inefficiencies.
Foster and drive a culture of lean principles and continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve productivity.
Act as a key liaison between production and other functions and departments.
Monitor operational costs and performance against budgetary objectives.

Technician / Vocational qualification in technology, logistics, business, or similar.
+5 years of experience as supervisor/manager in production or warehouse, preferably in technology industry and international environment
Familiarity with site management
Knowledge and experience in production, production planning and warehousing
Experience of ERP and/or asset management systems or warehouse management systems
Experience of production planning / S&OP systems
Ability to operate with lean methods to specify deliverable KPI´s and targets
Planning and reporting skills
Familiarity with quality standards and health and safety regulations
Leadership and people management skills
Strong communication skills
Fluent in Finnish and English.

Recognition & Rewards – Bonus programs and excellence awards.
Continuous Learning – Development programs, coaching, and workshops.
Wellbeing Focus – Flexible culture, health initiatives, and work-life balance.
Purpose-Driven Work – Opportunities to contribute to sustainability and community projects.
Fun & Connection – Team challenges, sports activities, and annual events.

Production Manager

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