The posting
Are you a people-focused leader who thrives on guiding teams toward shared goals? We’re looking for a supervisor who can inspire and develop a team while ensuring effective collaboration and results. In this role, you’ll play a key part in turning strategy into action and creating an environment where people and performance grow together.
You will be responsible for one of our production areas, where we make the blades ready for painting. Here you will be responsible for around 20 - 30 employees, hourly paid production workers. In cooperation with the Production Manager and Supervisor colleagues you ensure that production is delivered safely, of the right quality according to delivery plan. Secure that the team is delivering according to the agreed production plan in its own process area.
In Nakskov, the production working schedule is based on a 3-1-3-7 rotation of 12-hour shifts. That means that you will meet on Thursday, Friday and Saturday with a day off on Sunday. Then return to work Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday before going off for a week. It will be permanent night- or dayshift.
Responsibilities
- Ensure safety in the production site
- Secure deliveries to the specified quality criteria and according to the production requirements and resources
- Ensure efficient and high performing team with 5S as foundation
- Secure that the employees are being trained according to the production training development program
- Maintain correct use of production planning software/hardware
- Continuous motivation and leadership development
Qualifications
- Good communication skills, with fluent local language (Danish) and English (written and verbal)
- The motivation and personality to continuously motivate and coach your team towards agreed KPI
- Understanding of safety and quality processes and reporting
- A team-oriented person who understands how to work in a matrix organization and able to have a holistic view
- Good development and improvement skills where you can identify and implement new processes in own area
- Attention to detail is essential, but as a supervisor, you should be able to step back and let the organization deliver while you secure the overview
- Managing and adjusting own behaviors to work effectively in the light of new information, changing situations, different environments, and flexibility
Competencies
- You thrive in an organization in continuous development
- You are people and process oriented, and you are structured in your work
- You work with ease across different cultures
- You have solid experience of people management in a manufacturing environment e.g. in a chemical or with mechanical processes
- Good understanding and experience with Six-sigma and 5S
- Confident user of Microsoft Office and general good IT skills
What we offer
An exciting and complex role in a global renewable energy company, with opportunities for professional and personal growth. You will help shape a critical area within Vestas and be part of an international, collaborative team.
We encourage you to apply in either Danish or English.
Additional information
Work location: Nakskov, Denmark
Contact Person: Jesper Jeppesen (Production Manager); +45 26 77 10 33
All applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. The applications process will be closed after the right candidate is found.
Our commitment to a fair hiring At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
DEIB StatementAt Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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About VestasVestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.
