Production Manager

Vestas; Windsor (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas in Windsor, CO is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, delivering the production plan safely, efficiently, and with high quality. You will own safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people (SQDCP) performance, drive governance, disciplined execution, and a continuous improvement mindset.

You will develop the production team, support problem-solving and Kaizen efforts, and ensure adherence to Vestas standards, HSE requirements, and regulatory obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 6 years in leadership, 3 in managing production; high-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proven track record of meeting production targets and improving KPIs.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, workflow improvement, and production planning.
• Strong leadership to mentor and develop employees; safety culture leadership.

Responsibilities

• Apply all safety policies and support efforts to improve the site’s safety culture.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure products comply with quality standards and take corrective action when issues arise.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
• Oversee daily production operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.
• Develop and manage production schedules; adjust plans as needed to meet customer demand.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and hourly production associates.
• Conduct performance evaluations and manage workforce planning, including hiring and training.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Team development

Safety culture leadership

Process optimisation

Performance management

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or related field

Job description

The Production Manager leads daily manufacturing operations to deliver the production plan safely, efficiently, and with high quality. This role is accountable for performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people (SQDCP), ensuring solid governance, disciplined execution, and a continuous improvement mindset. The Manager builds the skills of the production team, supports problem-solving and Kaizen efforts, and ensures adherence to all Vestas standards, HSE requirements, and regulatory obligations.

Work Hours? Will they need to be on call? Available for nights, weekends, and/or holidays?

Work hours are generally Monday through Friday, typically around 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, though there is some flexibility depending on operational needs. Earlier start times (e.g., 6:00 AM) may be preferred when possible. The role requires oversight across all four shifts in the facility, including day and night shifts as well as front-half and back-half of the week schedules. Shift transitions occur at approximately 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Additionally, candidates should be prepared for occasional on-call responsibilities and potential weekend coverage as business needs arise.

Responsibilities

• Apply all safety policies and support efforts to improve the site’s safety culture.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure products comply with quality standards and take corrective action when issues arise.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
• Oversee daily production operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.
• Develop and manage production schedules; adjust plans as needed to meet customer demand.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and hourly production associates.
• Conduct performance evaluations and manage workforce planning, including hiring and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6 years in leadership, 3 in managing production. A background in highvolume manufacturing is strongly preferred. Candidates should have relevant industry experience, as not all production environments provide the level of complexity and operational alignment required for this role.
• Consistent results in meeting production targets, improving KPIs, and overseeing continuous improvement projects.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, workflow improvement, and production planning.
• Effective team leadership skills, including the ability to mentor, coach, and develop employees throughout the organisation.
• Safety culture leadership
• Production planning and scheduling
• Process optimisation and continuous improvement
• Team development and coaching
• Performance management
• Conflict resolution and employee relations

Physical Demands

• Read and follow work instructions in English and complete required documentation.
• Use hand and power tools; respond promptly to alarms and verbal directions.
• Wear required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, face shield, respirator, bump cap) for extended periods.
• Work safely with chemicals and materials per OSHA guidelines.
• Stand, walk, climb stairs, and perform tasks requiring reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 45 lbs individually and up to 70 lbs as part of a team.
• Maintain adequate vision for close and distant tasks.

Salary & Career Growth

We offer attractive pay packages, performance bonuses, and mentorship opportunities to support your professional development. Pay will depend on experience, education, and skill set.