Production Supervisor Night

Vestas•Fort Collins, CO

12d•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads daily manufacturing operations at Vestas’ Windsor Blades Factory, which produces wind turbine blades for the North American market. The role translates business objectives into operational execution by planning the workforce, developing employees, applying Lean Manufacturing principles, and collaborating across functions to achieve production goals. The supervisor leads frontline employees and team leads, supports employee engagement, and develops high-performing teams aligned with safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. The position oversees production performance and flow, workforce and resource allocation, production reporting, safety and quality compliance, employee development, and continuous improvement. It works closely with Planning, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Logistics, Human Resources, EHS, leadership, and other partners. The position is for a night shift, with either a Blue Shift schedule of Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., or a Green Shift schedule of Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
At least three years of leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, industrial, or related environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems and other manufacturing-related software platforms.
Strong communication, coaching, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and 5S principles.
Experience using root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business conditions.
Ability to work effectively in teams with adaptability and flexibility.
Desire to learn new skills and continuously develop knowledge.
Excellent work ethic, dependability, and dedication to team and company success.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, decision-making ability, integrity, professionalism, initiative, collaboration, and commitment to safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Wind energy, composites manufacturing, or advanced manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Lead daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Execute production plans efficiently while meeting takt time and customer commitments.
Monitor production performance, identify barriers, and make operational decisions to maintain production flow.
Plan workforce needs and allocate resources to meet production requirements.
Coordinate work across shifts and collaborate with support functions to maintain operational continuity.
Ensure accurate production reporting and data integrity in manufacturing systems.
Ensure employees have the tools, resources, and knowledge needed to meet production expectations.
Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
Lead safety observations, audits, investigations, and corrective actions, and proactively address workplace risks.
Ensure products meet quality standards through training, process adherence, inspections, and performance monitoring.
Hold teams accountable for standard work, quality requirements, and process compliance.
Lead, coach, and develop hourly employees and team leads toward operational and individual performance goals.
Conduct one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, coaching conversations, and development planning.
Set clear expectations for performance, conduct, attendance, and accountability.
Support onboarding, training, workforce development, and succession planning.
Foster an inclusive and respectful workplace, support teamwork and employee growth, and encourage self-managed teams and ownership of results.
Drive Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Lead structured problem-solving using root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods.
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce waste, improve processes, and optimize operational performance.
Participate in operational reviews and ensure timely completion of improvement actions.
Communicate operational priorities and concerns clearly, escalating issues appropriately and maintaining alignment across the business.
Collaborate with Planning, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Logistics, Human Resources, and EHS teams to achieve business objectives.
Use analytical and problem-solving skills to assess situations, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
Translate business goals into actionable plans and measurable results, while adapting to changing priorities and business needs.
Use Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing systems to manage operations and performance.