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Supervisor – Onshore Wind Blade Manufacturing
Vestas, Newport – Isle of Wight
Do you want to play a key role in building the future of sustainable energy?
At Vestas’ Newport facility on the Isle of Wight, you will join one of the top onshore wind blade manufacturing sites in the United Kingdom. Our team manufactures high-quality composite wind turbine blades using advanced production methods, a robust safety culture, and close cross-functional collaboration.
As a Supervisor, you will help advance operational excellence, support our people, and contribute directly to the production of components that power the world's transition to renewable energy. If you are motivated by leadership, continuous improvement, and contributing to positive change, we encourage you to apply.
About the Role
Vestas Technology & Operations > Manufacturing > IoW Blades
Located in Newport on the Isle of Wight, Vestas operates one of the UK’s top onshore wind blade manufacturing facilities. The department produces high-quality composite blades and combines advanced engineering, safety-driven processes, and a highly collaborative culture focused on advancing sustainable energy worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Promote and support an effective safety culture within the production area, ensuring compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
- Monitor adherence to the takt plan, identify improvement opportunities, and implement standardized work practices to improve operational performance.
- Ensure accurate execution and data integrity within MES and ERP systems, maintaining reliable shop-floor reporting and traceability.
- Conduct root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as 5-Why, 8D, and Kaizen, ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented and sustained.
- Organize and perform layered audits on the shop floor, coaching Group Leads and operators to ensure compliance with standard work and daily management routines.
- Support the Production Supervisor in operational and people-related activities, including:
- Problem-solving forums
- Disciplinary processes
- Capability reviews
- Absence management
- Annual People & Culture initiatives
- Provide leadership coverage during periods where the Production Manager and Supervisors are absent, ensuring continuity of operations and team performance.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Technical degree, vocational qualification, or engineering degree
- Verified training in supervision and people leadership
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (highly desirable)
- HSE mandatory training completion
- Fluency in:
- Core production tools (SAP, MES, Takt plan)
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
Competencies
- Changeover execution: Ability to plan and run efficient changeovers with minimal losses and quality risks.
- Safety leadership: Ability to enforce safe work practices, permits, and 5S, and act on incidents.
- CMMS discipline: Ability to plan, execute, and document maintenance activities with a high level of data accuracy and system discipline.
- Contractor management: Ability to manage contractors, including scope, safety, quality, cost, and performance reviews.
- Downtime problem-solving: Ability to perform root-cause analysis and Kaizen activities on recurring issues.
- Root Cause Analysis: Ability to perform 5-Why/8D and CAPA closing with verified experience.
- Leadership competencies: Ability to:
- Deliver results
- Build effective teams
- Instill trust through accountability, collaboration, and integrity
What We Offer
We offer an exciting opportunity to join a global leader in sustainable energy and contribute to a greener future.
In this role, you will benefit from:
- Professional and personal development opportunities within an international organization.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and safety-focused working environment.
- The opportunity to coach and develop people while contributing to efficient manufacturing operations.
- Exposure to innovative technologies and continuous improvement methodologies.
- The chance to contribute to the production of renewable energy solutions.
- A highly professional environment with deep technical knowledge and commercial focus.
At Vestas, we prize initiative, ownership, and teamwork. We believe in empowering our employees to grow their careers while contributing to the global transition toward sustainable energy.
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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEIB) 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. Our CEO’s vision 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 power a sustainable, green energy future.”
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide, we lead the industry, driving innovation and new technologies to create a more sustainable future.
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. We promote a workforce that embraces all social identities while committing to zero discrimination. We support equality of opportunity and celebrate unique experiences, skills, and perspectives.
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