Technical Operational Support Expert- Taranto

Vestas; Castellina Marittima; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Technical Operational Support Expert for their Taranto factory. The role involves supporting and improving manufacturing processes in key areas. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 2-3 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and opportunities for career development within a multicultural environment focused on sustainability and innovation.

Servizi

Attractive salary + bonus

Development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competenze

• 2–3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or process improvement.
• Basic knowledge of Lean tools and structured problem-solving.
• Experience in continuous improvement activities.

Mansioni

• Support and improve production processes in key manufacturing areas.
• Help solve day-to-day operational issues.
• Implement changes through Engineering Change Notices.

Conoscenze

Lean tools

Problem-solving

Technical thinking

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Technical Operational Support Expert- Taranto

We are looking for an Operational Support Expert to join our Blades Process Engineering team at the Vestas factory in Taranto. These roles will support two key manufacturing areas: Handling & Logistics and Finish & Paint.

These positions are ideal for engineers with around 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or process improvement environment, who are ready to grow their careers in a global renewable energy company.

Responsibilities

As an Operational Support Expert, you will work directly with the factory teams to support, analyze, and improve production processes. You will help solve day-to-day operational issues, implement improvements, and ensure that processes run efficiently and safely.

• Support and improve processes in either Handling & Logistics or Finish & Paint areas.
• Analyze current operations and identify areas for improvement.
• Create and maintain plans for implementing improvements.
• Support the implementation of changes through Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) – formal documents used to manage updates to processes.
• Participate in or lead small improvement projects.
• Act as a point of contact for urgent production issues, helping to solve them quickly and effectively.
• Use structured problem-solving tools, including: 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram and FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and spend time on the factory floor to understand and resolve real issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar.
• Around 2–3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, production support, or process improvement.
• Basic knowledge of Lean tools and structured problem-solving (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).
• Experience in continuous improvement activities.
• English language skills for daily communication in an international team.

Competencies

• Technical and methodological thinking.
• Motivated approach to solving problems.
• Good communication and cooperation skills.
• Organized on tasks.
• Motivated to learn and develop in a busy production environment.
• Willing to work directly on the factory floor to understand challenges.

What We Offer

• Attractive salary + bonus
• The opportunity to work in one of Vestas’ key blade manufacturing sites.
• Development within a global company focused on sustainability and innovation.
• A supportive, multicultural team environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Location: Vestas Blades Factory – Taranto, Italy. Candidates must live in Taranto or must relocate in this city.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Vestas is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.