Nordex Group

Production Supervisor (m/f/d)

Nordex Group  •  Iowa (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters?

As a global company, we interact with a variety of people and cultures. Integrity, Respect, Colleagueship and Ownership are the unifying force for all departments and regions around the world. It’s the individual that defines the team. And it’s the team that makes the difference. Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us.

The role of Production Supervisor directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Production Supervisor you will be Working within the Plant Production team and reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for managing resources under its scope to achieve established safety, quality, environmental, and production objectives.

The Production Supervisor will work closely with managers and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing. Your role is to lead, organize and supervise assembly teams, and ensure compliance with production plans and quality and safety standards.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Act as a role model by demonstrating behaviors aligned with Nordex core values, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and respect.
  • Own and be accountable for team performance across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and schedule adherence within the assigned production area.
  • Manage and coordinate all human and technical resources to achieve planned production goals, optimizing efficiency, productivity, and effective utilization of resources.
  • Analyze production needs based on assembly and production plans; ensure the availability, readiness, and alignment of workforce, tools, equipment, and materials to meet daily and weekly production targets.
  • Translate production objectives into clear daily priorities and tasks, driving execution and ensuring adherence to production schedules.
  • Monitor and analyze KPIs within scope, identify gaps and risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions to drive continuous improvement.
  • Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean principles, 5S, and problem‑solving methodologies to improve processes, quality, safety, and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards, actively promoting an incident‑free culture through hazard identification, safe work practices, and immediate corrective action when unsafe conditions are observed.
  • Participate in or lead incident and near‑miss investigations, root cause analyses, and implementation of corrective actions in collaboration with Safety, Quality, and Engineering functions.
  • Ensure production teams follow standard work, work instructions, and quality requirements, and promptly escalate deviations or risks to appropriate support functions.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and regular feedback to production employees; set clear performance expectations and foster engagement, accountability, and professional development.
  • Support training and skill development by ensuring employees are competent, trained, and qualified to perform assigned tasks, including onboarding and cross‑training as needed.
  • Maintain strong communication and collaboration with team members, peer supervisors, and cross‑functional partners to support production, safety, and quality objectives.
  • Ensure good housekeeping and 5S standards are maintained in the production area and support first‑line preventative maintenance activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


WHAT YOU HAVE

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
  • Electrical or Mechanical certifications or technical training (preferred).
  • 3+ years of experience in electrical or mechanical assembly or manufacturing.
  • 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • Experience in wind turbines, industrial, or automotive electrical or mechanical systems.
  • Understanding of electrical or mechanical systems and components.
  • Commitment to safety and quality standards.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong work ethic and dedication to completing tasks.
  • Responsible and accountable for actions and decisions.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Ability to train and coach Team Leaders Assembly and Assembly Operators.
  • Ability to successfully interact and collaborate with internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and have experience supervising a team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office platforms (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and ERP systems (SAP), including reporting.
  • Ability to work in a flexible and changing schedule as required to meet operational needs.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical or mechanical schematics and assembly instructions.
  • Experience with overhead crane operation.
  • Ability to achieve and maintain crane operator certification (Required)
  • Working at heights.
  • Understanding of ISO 9000:2000 Quality System is a plus.
  • Ability to travel domestic and international on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as needed.
  • Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
  • Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.

Financial Benefits

  • Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
  • Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
  • Flex Spending Account (FSA)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Student Debt Repayment
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Parental Leave
  • Calm Subscription
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Accident Insurance
  • Legal Plans
  • Spot Pet Insurance
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • And much more…

*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.

Equal Opportunity:
Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI:
We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE

Nordex Group

About Nordex Group

The development, manufacture, project management and servicing of wind turbines in the onshore segment has been the core competence and passion of the Nordex Group and its more than 10,900 employees worldwide for 40 years.

As one of the world's largest wind turbine manufacturers, the Nordex Group offers high-yield, cost-efficient wind turbines that enable long-term and economical power generation from wind energy in all geographical and climatic conditions. The focus is on turbines in the 3 to 7 MW class, and the Group’s comprehensive product portfolio offers individual solutions for both markets with limited space and regions with limited grid capacities. A global service network, of around 380 service points throughout 30 countries, delivers service quickly to keep our systems running smoothly. The Group covers the needs of all customer segments within the global wind market, from large energy suppliers to SMEs operating power plants. With more than 61 GW of installed capacity worldwide, Nordex Group systems deliver sustainable energy throughout more than 80 per cent of the world’s energy market (excluding China).

Nordex SE is listed on the TecDAX and MDAX of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ISIN: DE000A0D6554). The headoffice of the company, with the Management Board and central corporate functions, is located in Hamburg, while the legal entity is registered in Rostock. At production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the US, and India, the Nordex Group produces nacelles, rotor blades and concrete towers. The Group also maintains offices and branches in more than 30 countries.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Hamburg, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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