Senior Manager, Quality

 

At Vestas, we're committed to transforming the global energy landscape through sustainable solutions. As the world's largest wind turbine manufacturer, we've installed over 177 GW of wind power across 88 countries-solidifying our position as a global leader in renewable energy.

 

Our Windsor, CO Factory spans 666,000 square feet across 161 acres and serves as a critical hub for our North American operations. This advanced facility manufactures turbine blades for both the V163-4.5 MW and 2 MW platforms and is home to more than 1,300 employees contributing to progress every day.

 

Join us in creating a cleaner, brighter future together.

 

As a Senior Quality Manager, you will oversee the implementation and execution of Quality programs throughout the factory. You'll collaborate across functions to ensure compliance, operational performance, and a culture of accountability.

 

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development and execution of quality strategies aligned with business goals.

• Identify and implement ways of working that make quality first a shared mindset and a way of life.

• End to end quality responsibility: supplier, manufacturing, and customer satisfaction.

• Lead and Execute process improvement projects to reduce the Cost of Poor Quality at the factory.

• Support the correct use and execution of the Quality Management System at the factory including the tracking of quality events.

• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action for quality events.

• Facilitates the development, implementation, and maintenance of procedures and policies to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards, and oversee audit readiness and execution.

• Serve as general quality resource and advisor to project and operations teams to ensure high-quality project delivery.

• Monitor both external and internal metrics to further advance initiatives and projects to improve quality as a competitive advantage.

• Manage quality budgets and ensure effective resource utilization.

• Review necessary documents to ensure compliance with contract documents.

• Perform inspections and witness tests applicable to discipline to determine acceptance of work.

• Conduct internal/external quality control assessments and coach teams on quality best practices.

• Oversee quality document management including inspection records, performance records, and findings to create reports for leadership and regulatory agencies.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM related field required.

• 5-8 years of experience in quality leadership roles within industrial, construction, or manufacturing settings.

• At least 5 years of experience in team management and engaging with cross-functional stakeholders.

• Nice-to-have certifications: ASQ CMQ/OE, CQE, CQPA, ISO 9001 QMS Lead Auditor.

Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.

• Recognized ability to guide cultural evolution and implement quality strategies across multiple regions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP or ERP system familiarity are trainable skills.

• Skilled communication, presentation, and analytical skills.

• Ability to work effectively and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.

• Commitment to Vestas' values of sustainability, equity, inclusion, and safety.

 

Competencies

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build, coach, and lead a team of quality professionals.

• Deliver quality training programs to enhance functional and technical competencies across teams.

• Engage with service site managers and technicians through site visits, walkdowns, and collaboration forums.

• Represent Vestas in quality matters with customers, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders.

 

Incident Response & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct root cause analysis of quality issues, defects, or non-conformance, and partner with project teams to develop and implement corrective and preventive actions plans.

• Monitor incident trends and use insights to guide action planning and risk mitigation strategies.

• Cultivate a culture of transparency, learning, and continuous improvement across the region.

 

Operational Integration

• Integrate quality processes into daily operations and ensure consistent use of Vestas standards and systems.

• Track key quality metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and report on quality performance.

• Provide input on business decisions that