Manager

Job Description

The Production Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end manufacturing operations for system integration, assembly, packing, and dispatch of telecom products. The role ensures seamless conversion of PCBA cards received from Contract Manufacturers and mechanical chassis received from vendors into finished products through controlled manufacturing processes. The Production Manager is accountable for meeting production plans, ensuring zero-defect execution, maintaining MES and SAP compliance, achieving operational excellence, and driving readiness for Prototype, Pilot, and Mass Production phases.

Responsibilities

Own and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.Lead system integration, product assembly, inspection, packing, and handover to Finished Goods (FG).Ensure manufacturing activities are executed as per approved SOPs, work instructions, and quality requirements.Drive productivity improvements while maintaining high quality and safety standards.Monitor production output, WIP, bottlenecks, and resource utilization.Ensure timely material availability for production through close coordination with Warehouse, SCM, and Planning teams.Manage production order execution in SAP PP.Ensure accurate BOM adherence and consumption during manufacturing.Monitor material movement, traceability, inventory accuracy, and shortage management.Ensure timely closure of production orders and reporting in SAP.Drive manufacturing traceability and process compliance.Ensure strict adherence to MES workflows across assembly, inspection, testing, packing, and dispatch processes.Ensure production records are maintained accurately and completely.Monitor MES transactions and resolve execution gaps.Ensure zero-defect manufacturing through process adherence and robust quality controls.Work closely with QA teams to drive defect prevention, containment, and corrective actions.Ensure compliance with customer quality requirements and internal standards.Ensure compliance with customer quality requirements and internal standards.Lead root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost.Lead assembly, integration, and packing teams to achieve production objectives.Manage manpower planning, shift operations, and skill development.Establish performance expectations and monitor team productivity.Drive employee engagement, discipline, safety culture, and continuous learning.Train and mentor engineers, technicians, and operators.Ensure readiness and maintenance of assembly lines, workstations, tools, fixtures, and packing infrastructure.Support implementation of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, ESD, and safety practices.Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and operational procedures.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of Telecom Product Manufacturing and System Integration.Hands-on experience in Assembly, Integration, and Production Operations.Good understanding of SAP PP, Production Orders, and BOM Management.Experience in MES-driven manufacturing environments.Knowledge of NPI, Prototype, Pilot, and Mass Production processes.Strong understanding of Quality Systems, CAPA, ESD, 5S, and Lean Manufacturing.Expertise in production planning, material flow management, and inventory control.Strong leadership, people management, and stakeholder management skills.Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and execution abilities.Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, IE, QA, SCM, and Warehouse teams.

Qualifications

Experience: 8-12 years of experience in Electronics Manufacturing, Telecom Equipment Manufacturing, System Integration, Assembly Operations, and Production Management, including experience in NPI, Pilot, and Mass Production environments.

Qualification: Diploma/BE / B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.

About Us

Tejas Networks is a global broadband, optical and wireless networking company, with a focus on technology, innovation and R&D. We design and manufacture high-performance wireline and wireless networking products for telecommunications service providers, internet service providers, utilities, defence and government entities in over 75 countries. Tejas has an extensive portfolio of leading-edge telecom products for building end-to-end telecom networks based on the latest technologies and global standards with IPR ownership. We are a part of the Tata Group, with Panatone Finvest Ltd. (a subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) being the majority shareholder. Tejas has a rich portfolio of patents and has shipped more than 900,000 systems across the globe with an uptime of 99.999%. Our product portfolio encompasses wireless technologies (4G/5G based on 3GPP and O-RAN standards), fiber broadband (GPON/XGS-PON), carrier-grade optical transmission (DWDM/OTN), packet switching and routing (Ethernet, PTN, IP/MPLS) and Direct-to-Mobile and Satellite-IoT communication platforms. Our unified network management suite simplifies network deployments and service implementation across all our products with advanced capabilities for predictive fault detection and resolution. As an R&D-driven company, we recognize that human intelligence is a core asset that drives the organization’s long-term success. Over 60% of our employees are in R&D, we are reshaping telecom networks, one innovation at a time.

Diversity And Inclusion Statement

Tejas Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating all inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of race color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or veteran status. Our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to ensure every employee feels valued and respected.

About The Team

At Tejas Networks, product development is driven by a comprehensive lifecycle approach that begins with understanding customer and network requirements, followed by competitive analysis, architectural design, and implementation. This process emphasizes performance, scalability, cost-efficiency, and environmental considerations, culminating in deployment and operational support. The technology portfolio spans diverse networking domains, including optical transport (DWDM, OTN), broadband access (GPON, XGSPON, CPON), service provider routing (IP/MPLS, Segment Routing, MPLS-TP), and enterprise switching (L2/L3). Products range from compact systems to complex, multi-terabit, chassis-based platforms designed for high availability, modularity, and scalability. Development involves specialized skills across hardware, firmware, FPGA, software, and synchronization, enabling teams to address multidisciplinary challenges effectively. Supporting these engineering efforts there is a centralized operational framework that provides strategic direction, governance, and essential services across the organization. This includes financial management, talent development, compliance, branding, innovation, risk management, and CSR. Together, these functions ensure seamless execution, alignment with business goals, and a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.