Overview In this role, you lead Manufacturing Excellence to raise factory performance through continuous improvement, Lean practices, and data-driven decisions. You will guide transformation programs, align with global strategies, and build capability across the factory value chain. The role blends change leadership with hands-on coaching to embed sustainable improvements. This is a chance to shape operational standards in a world-leading wind energy company and drive measurable impact. Retribuzione / Benefits
* competitive salary (min 40,181.46)
* international environment
* ownership culture
* professional development opportunities Responsabilità
* Define and execute the Factory Manufacturing Excellence roadmap aligned with global strategy
* Own and manage the factory improvement portfolio across SQDCP with governance and benefits tracking
* Lead continuous improvement using Lean concepts and Vestas Production System
* Use data analytics and digital tools to identify gaps, prioritise initiatives, and measure impact




* Establish and maintain Lean standards across operations
* Act as change leader to promote continuous improvement and best practices
* Define and implement the factory training and capability-building roadmap linked to global training strategies
* Coach and develop the Manufacturing Excellence team and frontline leaders to embed improvement across operations Requisiti fondamentali
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or related field
* 5+ years in manufacturing operations or continuous improvement
* Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred; Green Belt with proven results considered
* Lean / Continuous Improvement Coach certification (internal or external)
* Fluent in English and Italian
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel)
* leadership
* communication
* collaboration
* Lean Manufacturing
* Lean Six Sigma
* data analytics

📌 Head of Manufacturing Excellence (Taranto)
🏢 Vestas Wind Systems
📍 Taranto