Production Supervisor – 3rd Shift

Nordex Group

. Support the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeWest Branch • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing production teams and resources to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing environments. Proficient in electrical and mechanical systems, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to safety protocols.

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Leadership ExperienceElectrical Or Mechanical AssemblyLean Principles ImplementationKPI Monitoring And AnalysisSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems UnderstandingMechanical Systems UnderstandingAssembly Instructions InterpretationOverhead Crane OperationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyERP Systems (SAP) ProficiencyProduction PlanningQuality Standards ComplianceContinuous Improvement MethodologiesHazard Identification

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationStrong Work EthicPositive AttitudeEffective CommunicationCoaching And Training

Certifications & Qualifications

Electrical Or Mechanical CertificationsCrane Operator Certification

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentWind TurbinesIndustrial Electrical SystemsAutomotive Mechanical SystemsISO 9000:2000 Quality System

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality
Manage resources within the assigned scope to achieve safety, quality, environmental, and production objectives
Work within the Plant Production team and report to the Production Manager
Work closely with managers and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing
Lead, organize, and supervise assembly teams
Ensure compliance with production plans and quality and safety standards
Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Nordex core values and foster accountability, collaboration, and respect
Own team performance across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and schedule adherence
Manage and coordinate human and technical resources to achieve production goals
Analyze production needs and ensure workforce, tools, equipment, and materials are available and aligned with targets
Translate production objectives into daily priorities and tasks
Monitor and analyze KPIs, identify gaps and risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles, 5S, and problem-solving methodologies
Promote an incident-free culture through hazard identification, safe work practices, and corrective action
Participate in or lead incident and near-miss investigations and root cause analyses
Ensure teams follow standard work, work instructions, and quality requirements
Escalate deviations or risks to appropriate support functions
Provide leadership, coaching, feedback, and performance expectations to production employees
Support onboarding, cross-training, and employee skill development
Maintain communication with team members, peer supervisors, and cross-functional partners
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards in the production area
Support first-line preventative maintenance activities
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy
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 eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
Medical Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA) / 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