Production Group Lead

Are you ready to lead an effective manufacturing team while contributing to a greener future?

At Vestas, we are looking for a Production Group Lead to join our blade manufacturing facility in Newport, Isle of Wight. We are seeking an experienced people leader for an opportunity that involves guiding teams in an active production setting, advancing safety practices, and supporting operational Excellence.

As Production Group Lead, you will be responsible for leading a team of operators, ensuring that safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met while promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Technology & Operations  Blades Manufacturing  IOW-Shell M7-Shift4

Vestas' Newport facility is the UK's premier onshore wind blade manufacturing site, producing composite wind turbine blades that help power the transition to renewable energy.

You will become part of a team that puts safety, innovation, collaboration, and operational Excellence at the center of all we do.

Responsibilities As Production Group Lead, you will transform strategy into daily execution by creating an environment where both people and performance can thrive.

Safety Leadership You will promote a proactive safety culture by:

Enforcing compliance with Vestas' safety standards, policies, and procedures

Promoting safe working practices and ensuring adherence to the Vestas 5 Safety Rules Ensuring proper use of PPE, lifting procedures, waste handling, and other safety systems

Supporting and collaborating with Safety Representatives Conducting regular safety and quality walks

Managing workplace organization initiatives, including 5S audits

Participating in production and operational review meetings

People Leadership You will inspire, develop, and support your team by:

Providing clear leadership, coaching, and development through regular 1:1 discussions

Ensuring employees are appropriately trained, qualified, and able to perform their assigned tasks

Building a motivated and engaged team focused on continuous improvement

Managing workforce planning and resource allocation

Monitoring attendance and managing employee wellbeing matters

Following up on productivity, efficiency, and operational performance metrics

Quality Excellence You will help maintain high manufacturing standards by:

Ensuring all team members understand and follow standard work instructions and procedures

Promoting a right-first-time mindset and preventing zero operator-related defects

Supporting effective management of non-conformities and corrective actions

Supporting continuous improvement of quality performance

Delivery Performance You will be accountable for:

Executing the production plan safely and efficiently

Meeting agreed production targets and delivery schedules

Supporting operational excellence through effective coordination of daily activities

Ensuring alignment with Vestas priorities of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost Cost Management You will contribute to business performance by:

Improving productivity and efficiency

Monitoring and reducing scrap, waste, and rework costs

Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance overall operational performance

QualificationsA degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical) or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experienceA vocational qualification or higher education within manufacturing, engineering, or a related field

Leadership or supervisory training

Minimum 3 years of experience within a manufacturing or production environment

Experience leading or coordinating teams in an operational setting

Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements in manufacturing

Experience working with ERP and MES systems

The legal right to work in the United Kingdom Competencies To  thrive in this role, you are:

A capable and approachable leader

Passionate about developing others and building effective teams

Structured and results-oriented in your approach to work Capable of making sound decisions in a busy production setting

Skilled at problem-solving and root cause analysis

Focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence

Able to build trust and collaborate across functions

Motivated by delivering results through others

What We Offer At Vestas, you'll have the opportunity to build a meaningful career while contributing to the global transition to sustainable energy.

We offer:

A challenging and rewarding leadership role within a global major company in renewable energy

Meaningful chances to build your…