Manager, Continuous Improvement

Nordex Group

Manager Continuous Improvement leading the Service Organization at Nordex to enhance turbine performance and reduce costs across North America. Driving strategic initiatives and mentoring teams for successful operational transformations in renewable energy.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $116,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drives and manages the cost per MW program.
Drives Service operational excellence through the management of continuous improvement projects.
Leads projects for recovery of wind farm that has been operating below expectations.
Identifies shortfalls, deficiencies, and any other issues negatively impacting the operations of the wind farm.
Develops and implements goals and KPI’s to ensure improved performance towards meeting contractual obligations.
Returns the wind farm to the contractually required level of performance.
Supports the new site integration.
Coaches, trains & mentors Site Management Team.
Prepares monthly reporting on individual project status.
Conducts studies in cost management techniques, productivity/efficiency & identifies necessary improvement projects.
Leads the change process by working closely with sites and the rest of the Site Leadership Team.
Leads, trains & monitors the performance of team members to ensure efficiency in service operations, meeting individual and group targets.
Gathers, collects, organizes, prioritizes, and conducts statistical analysis and presents data concerning business and/or project opportunities.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Degree in Engineering or Business Administration
10+ years of relevant experience in the renewables industry
Experience coaching, mentoring, and training others to support Continuous Improvement and operational transformations across an organization or area.
Must be a visionary as well as an analytical thinker with a proven track record in successfully building highly effective teams and implementing best practices in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
Very strong hands-on mentality with supportive mindset towards operations team.
Strong team player
Proven ability to lead and align an organization with diverse disciplines and global reach
Passion for developing talent and a culture of innovation, collaboration, and engagement.
Demonstrated ability to lead transformation and effectively engage stakeholders.
Exceptional strategic consulting skills deeply listens and responds with agility.
Navigates complex organizational and business dynamics, including the ability to influence and partner with leadership
Strong executive presence and resonant communication at all levels.
Experience framing communications for executive/employees’ audiences.
Strategic and systems thinker who proactively anticipates business risks and has a strong drive for execution.
Balances need to create an exceptional workforce experience with the need to deliver operational efficiency
Knowledge and experience with Lean Management/ Lean Six Sigma principles
Thorough knowledge of Service processes
Ability to organize/prioritize work, meet deadlines, prepare plans and reports
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and intercultural skills
Strong Analytical skills
Solution-Oriented. Ability to identify solutions to complex problems.
Excellent communication skills
Ability to direct others without direct authority
Highly motivated and business orientated
Capable of working independently and with different cultures and environments
Excellent computer skills to include MS Office Suite applications (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as necessary.
Fluent in the English language
Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
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
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental Leave
Calm Subscription
Gym Membership Reimbursement
Accident Insurance
Legal Plans
Spot Pet Insurance
Auto and Home Insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementStatistical AnalysisKPI DevelopmentCost Management TechniquesOperational Efficiency

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills