Blades Quality Specialist

Nakskov, Region Zealand, DK

Work experience: Specialist

Type of position: Full-Time

Job Family: Quality, Health, Safety and Environment

Specialist | Full-Time | Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
Elevate quality excellence in the manufacturing of blades at Vestas!
Are you ready to contribute to the future of wind energy?
Apply now and build a more sustainable world with Vestas!

Vestas Technology & Operations > Quality > Manufacturing & Supply Chain Quality > Blades Operational Quality
Vestas Technology & Operations (VTO) is where new product ideas are developed, matured, improved, and tested. Within VTO, you'll find our department, Blades Operational Quality, as part of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Quality.
Our department is responsible for overseeing quality performance management within blade manufacturing. This includes managing and resolving quality risks and issues, sharing lessons learned with stakeholders, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, and enhancing operational quality competencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the deployment of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes and tools in blade manufacturing to ensure high-quality standards
• Oversee and optimize quality performance within blade manufacturing to maintain operational excellence
• Address non-conformances and implement risk management strategies to reduce defects and interruptions
• Facilitate quality improvement initiatives, promote best practices, and ensure closed-loop quality feedback is integrated into the product lifecycle
• Ensure that quality-related training programs are effective and that employees possess the necessary competencies to maintain manufacturing quality
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering
• Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing quality within the wind, aerospace, or automotive industry
• Good analytical skills with capability in managing quality improvement projects
• Practical experience with quality management methodologies, tools, and processes such as APQP, VDA, Non-Conformance (NC) management, and 8D problem-solving
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
  

Competencies

• Ability to motivate, inspire, and guide teams toward attaining quality excellence
• Solid understanding of quality management principles, methodologies, and tools
• Ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions
• Good collaboration skills to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Deep understanding of operational processes and quality control techniques to promote continuous improvement
• Experience in using quality management software and tools for data analysis and decision-making
  

What we offer
We offer an open, inclusive, and global work culture, complemented with long-term career development opportunities. At Vestas, we recognize and support our staff, establishing a community where people can succeed.
To support your growth, we provide comprehensive on-the-job training programs and a platform for both professional and personal development. We also provide interactive team events, along with a vibrant workplace that encourages collaboration and creativity.
Your skill development and career advancement are priorities for us. Your involvement, creativity, and collaboration are highly valued and will be essential for mutual growth and progress within our team.

Additional information
The primary work location for this role is our office in Nakskov, Denmark.
Up to 50 days of travel per year.
We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 4th April 2025.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise 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.

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.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.