Handling & Logistics Documentation Engineer Specialist - Taranto

Job Description

We are seeking a Handling & Logistics Documentation Engineer Specialist to join our team in Taranto. As a Documentation Engineer Specialist, you will contribute to improving logistics and handling processes within our sites and factories, ensuring high-quality standards in the handling of wind turbine blades.

Responsibilities:

• Create and update documentation for shopfloor, quality, and logistics teams within Handling & Logistic operations.
• Ensure updated documentation is always available and accessible where needed.
• Follow documentation principles and support continuous improvements.
• Gather feedback from shopfloor and logistic teams to improve the function and quality of delivered documentation.
• Perform internal quality and maturity checks of documentation against defined criteria.
• Keep stakeholders informed on documentation lead times.
• Develop training material to support the correct use of documentation.
• Collaborate closely with documentation specialists across other teams and share best practices.
• Contribute to building a culture of excellence, innovation, and responsibility.
• Work with modern documentation systems and tools, including process vision, laser systems, and digital technologies.
• Investigate and solve production issues using structured methods (5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams).
• Apply Lean principles to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and secure quality.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Green Belt Lean certification.
• Courses in Technical Writing and/or Communication.

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years in similar roles within documentation, logistics, or manufacturing.
• Proven track record in creating process flows and work instructions (paper or digital).
• Experience in validating own work and participating in the development of Handling & Logistic documentation.
• Background in data-driven organizations.
• Experience in optimization and standardization of manufacturing documentation using Lean and related tools.

Competencies:

• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical information.
• Solid technical knowledge of logistics, transportation, storage systems, and production processes.
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in documentation.
• Willingness to spend time on the shopfloor to understand processes and identify improvements.
• Skilled in problem-solving using Lean tools (5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams).
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and highly organized.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build networks across cultures and time zones.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a clear understanding of the full business value chain.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Vestas is committed to a fair hiring process and evaluates all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. We recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success, and strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.