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 11/9/2026full-timeWest Branch • Iowa • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing production resources to achieve safety, quality, and environmental objectives while leading assembly teams. Proficient in analyzing production needs, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Leadership ExperienceElectrical Or Mechanical AssemblyLean Principles ImplementationSafety And Quality ComplianceMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems UnderstandingMechanical Systems UnderstandingProduction PlanningKPI Monitoring And AnalysisCrane OperationReading Electrical SchematicsAssembly Instructions InterpretationContinuous Improvement Methodologies5S MethodologyIncident Investigation

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationEffective CommunicationCoaching And TrainingProblem-SolvingPositive Attitude

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems (SAP)Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Certifications & Qualifications

Crane Operator CertificationElectrical Or Mechanical Certifications

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentWind TurbinesAutomotive SystemsISO 9000:2000 Quality SystemSafety Protocols

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 production scope to achieve safety, quality, environmental, and production objectives
Lead, organize, and supervise assembly teams
Ensure compliance with production plans and quality and safety standards
Act as a role model 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 for targets
Translate production objectives into daily priorities and tasks and ensure schedule adherence
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
Ensure safety, environmental, and quality compliance and promote an incident-free culture
Participate in or lead incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions
Ensure teams follow standard work, work instructions, and quality requirements; escalate deviations
Provide leadership, coaching, feedback, performance expectations, and professional development support
Support onboarding, training, competency, qualification, and cross-training
Communicate and collaborate with team members, peer supervisors, and cross-functional partners
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards and support first-line preventative maintenance
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 the auto insurance policy
Strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively in English and speak and understand English fluently
Ability to properly use applicable safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats

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