Head of Blades Process Engineering Infusion

Overview

Lead infusion process engineering, drive standards, KPIs, and innovation for blade manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• process analysis
• strategic planning
• manufacturing standardization
• tooling solutions
• six sigma
• kpis

Tasks

-Build a positive team culture focused on excellence, innovation, and accountability, while engaging with stakeholders to solve operational challenge -Establish and maintain a competence center for the Infusion process, embedding engineering skills into manufacturing -Manage the analysis of current (AS-IS) and future state processes, and define strategic plans for the Infusion area -Ensure scalability and repeatability of processes across internal and external sites -Develop and implement standardized manufacturing processes, tooling solutions, and user-focused documentation -Apply Six Sigma/Lean methodologies to ensure a data-driven, quantitative approach to process optimization -Facilitate performance management by establishing KPIs and process indicators, while promoting ongoing enhancement initiatives

Requirements

• six sigma
• data analytics
• composite materials
• process engineering
• master's
• team leadership

What You Bring

-Experienced in developing standardized processes and scalable tooling solutions -Solid end-to-end understanding of manufacturing processes and products -Self-motivated, customer-oriented, and capable of building networks across cultures and time zones -Knowledge of composite materials (fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins) -Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels -Skilled in embedding engineering into the manufacturing value stream for faster decision-making -Solid background in data- and quality-driven manufacturing environments -Experience promoting a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and people development -Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field -Proficient in data analytics, root-cause problem solving, and continuous improvement -Established experience leading teams of up to 15 specialists or highly skilled professionals -Solid communicator with the ability to engage across functions and organizational levels -10+ years of experience in similar leadership roles within process engineering -Certified in Green Belt Six Sigma or advanced manufacturing process analysis

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About Vestas

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