Manager, Production-Night Shift

Overview

At Vestas we are powered by the mission of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of motivated visionaries. This is a great opportunity to join the growing wind industry. Vestas is the world’s largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.

Production Manager – Night Shift

• Oversee all night-shift manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals are met.
• Manage five supervisors and roughly 200 employees, facilitating collaboration across departments and promoting continuous improvement.
• Ensure safety is continually monitored and treated as the number one priority of all factory personnel; ensure safety guidelines and action items are completed.
• Oversee day-to-day production operations, establishing priorities and optimizing resources to meet the daily production plan.
• Review production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to control costs and prevent delays.
• Identify and recommend investment projects for machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Address issues regarding quality, safety, health, and environment for Production employees; ensure safety and security procedures are followed.
• Support factory goals and continuously improve QSE efforts.
• Continuously follow up and fulfill targets for production performance (KPIs).
• Compile, store, and retrieve production data and report results on the departmental KPI board.
• Manage the budget for the department; work within approved budget and implement cost-saving measures.
• Provide regular performance feedback to subordinates; develop subordinates’ skills and encourage growth.
• Maintain focus on reducing direct labor per equivalent unit produced.
• Ensure employees’ competencies are sufficient and up to date for future demands.
• Follow policies and procedures; support the organization’s goals and values.
• Ensure Cost of Quality (COQ) goals are met and quality metrics are optimized for continuous improvement of the quality systems.
• Meet all compliance for local, state, and federal EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Manage inventory, minimizing shortages for floor stock inventories.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Ability to create 3 – 5 year strategies that define growth, innovation, and capability improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 3+ years managing large production teams (200+ employees preferred).
• Extensive background in manufacturing or industrial operations – experience in wind, automotive, aerospace, or heavy equipment is a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing, 5S, and root cause analysis.
• Skilled in budget management, resource planning, and KPI tracking.
• Proficient in communication, coaching, and team development abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP or other production systems.

• Effective leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and guide large teams.
• Engaged approach with solid decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP or similar manufacturing systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Experienced in facilitating cross-departmental collaboration and performing under varying conditions.
• Dependable, organized, and focused on achieving results.

• Exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world’s largest wind turbine producer.
• Value initiative, collaboration, accountability, and accuracy.
• International environment with a focus on sustainability and safety; supportive colleagues.
• Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry.
• Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision.
• Generous Paid Time Off policies.
• Great 401(k) plan (with employer match).
• Tuition assistance.

Salary: $105,000-$120,000

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