Director Production Area

Company description:

At NKT in Karlskrona, we develop and manufacture high voltage power cables that enable the transition to renewable energy. Here, you will be part of an international engineering centre with advanced high voltage test halls, modern cable production and the cable laying vessel NKT Victoria. As Connectors, we collaborate to develop innovative technology that connects a greener and more sustainable world. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and operates in more than 30 countries.NKT - We connect a greener world. www.NKT.com.

Job description:

01Play a key role in a modern manufacturing environment

At NKT, we are at the forefront of driving the green transition through advanced cable systems that power offshore and onshore energy infrastructure. Our complex high-voltage installations rely on advanced technology and meticulous execution-from production to rigorous testing-to deliver high-standard quality and reliability. In this very advanced and innovative production process in the cable industry, we continue to invest significantly in the latest technology.

As Director of production area 3, you will play a key role in optimizing production efficiency and strategic improvements by leading a team of leaders within a rotating five-shift production setup, consisting of approximately 200 employees. You will be responsible for one of three production areas and work closely with the other managers to ensure seamless collaboration and performance.

Develop, motivate and lead our teamBy coordinating and managing plant equipment, personnel and production workflows, you will be responsible for delivering efficient and cost-effective production outcomes that meet order requirements, technical specifications, quality standards and planning targets. In addition, your responsibilities will be to:•    Prepare and oversee the annual production budget, taking strategic actions to stay within financial and resource limits.•    Oversee implementation of actions to improve production performance, while collaborating with continuous improvement teams to integrate Lean principles into production processes.•    Lead, motivate and develop team members to reach their full potential.•    Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and track progress.•    Align actions with customer expectations and needs Strategic leader who motivates people through changeYour ability to facilitate changes while maintaining motivation among team members highlights your solution-oriented leadership style. With a focus on service and a commitment to customer satisfaction, you take responsibility for your own actions as well as those of your production team. Furthermore, your communication skills together with a deep sense of understanding, helps you cultivate and uphold fruitful connections internally and externally.

Additionally, your CV comprises:•    Secondary technical education. A university degree in Electrical Engineering or Manufacturing is meritorious.•    At least 3-5 years leadership experience managing around 100 people in a multishift production environment•    Change management experience with knowledge of Six Sigma or similar.•    Fluency in spoken and written Swedish and English•    A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and willingness to learn about new technologies. Empower sustainable growth through productionNKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We are dedicated to establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply, even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.At NKT, you’ll be part of a collaborative team with respected values and a clear goal. We offer career development opportunities, international exposure, and the chance to grow your skills in a supportive environment. Join us in advancing the sustainable energy industry through innovative logistics.

"Leading production area 3 means being part of our transformation journey, driving improvements and achieving results every day together with a strong team" says Hiring Manager, Louise Sjöberg Olausson.

Read more about our offer and listen to some voices of NKT Connectors here!

We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 22nd of November 2026. Be aware that background checks together with personality and cognitive tests will be included in the recruitment process.

Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

Union representativesSveriges Ingenjörer - Christian Fisch,  Unionen, Joakim Wikström  Ledarna - Roger Jönsson,

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