Head Of Blades Finish & Paint (M/F), Taranto

Taranto, Italy

Come join the new Vestas Blades Process Engineering organization.

This organization is characterized as a co-located & process engineering team focused on developing and supporting the rest of the organization with subject matter experts (SMEs). An organization that embeds engineering skill directly into the manufacturing value stream and enables faster decision-making and deeper process ownership and Knowledge. It all builds on a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.

Responsibility:

In your role as director for the Finish & Paint, Root Systems manufacturing process team, your responsibilities will be:

Analysis of AS IS and future state
Build, maintain and implement strategy Plan for the area
Performance Management of Process area including defining, monitoring and providing programs to improve the KPIs and PIs
Creation and management of the Competence Center within the process area
Responsible for Kaizen events within the area
Quantitative approach with use of toolbox – Six Sigma / Lean
Embeds engineering skills directly into the manufacturing value stream.
Enables faster decision-making and deeper Infusion process ownership and Knowledge
Develop standardized manufacturing processes and tool solutions.
Develop, maintain and deliver user-focused manufacturing documentation to the factories.
Ensures repeatability and scalability across internal and external sites.
Attracts and retains highly skilled engineering talent with advanced technical proficiency.
Builds a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.
Engage and collaborate with relevant colleagues and business stakeholders, and ensure your employees do the same, all to solve operational issues and problems with speed and quality, and to develop your area of expertise.

Qualifications:

University degree in Master of manufacturing engineering or alike
GB Six Sigma or Advance Manufacturing Process Analysis

Experience:

+ 10 years of experience in similar roles
Prior experience leading a team of specialists, within process engineering or a team of highly skilled employees.
Lived a data & quality driven Manufacturing culture
Built a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability.
Worked in a culture where people’s development is high on the agenda
Composite materials knowledge, understanding of fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins, and other materials used in production.

Core competences:

End to end process and Product understanding
Can work both on a strategic and tactical level
Embeds engineering skills directly into the manufacturing value stream
Enables faster decision-making and deep process ownership and knowledge
Leverages data analytics and promotes continuous improvement
Focuses on process details and root-cause problem solving, leads direct involvement in technical discussions when required
Develop standardized manufacturing processes and tooling solutions
Ensures repeatability and scalability across internal and external sites
Attracts and retains skilled engineering talent with high-level technical ability
Adept at navigating and working within large organizations
Can be an involved part of cross functional product development projects
Fluency in English, both written and verbal, with Clear and effective communication skills
Good presentation skills both up and down I the organization
You are self-motivated; result-oriented and possess great organizational discipline
You find it exciting and interesting to work with other people in a large organization and can build up an intensive network across cultures and time zones and work with stakeholders
You can work through and with others
You are customer-oriented and can understand the complete business value chain seen from a customer perspective
You are interested and willing to spend time in the factory environment as required to understand and solve problems
You are committed to learning

What we offer:

Opportunity to grow your professional career in an international environment.
Attractive salary + bonus
Computer and mobile phone
Medical and life insurance

Our commitment to a fair hiring
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DEIB Statement
At 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 Vestas
Vestas 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 185 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 30,000 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.
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