Vestas

Stock Keeper

Join Vestas in Concordia, Kansas as a Stock Keeper responsible for inventory management, tool control, and shipping duties. This role offers hands-on experience with ERP systems and forklift operation in a dynamic renewable energy environment.

Vestas

Company Overview

Name

Vestas Wind Systems A/S

Headquarters

Aarhus, Denmark

Founded

1945

Size

Over 17,000 employees globally (source: vestas.com). Revenue of €2 billion in 2024 (source: vestas.com).

What They Do

Vestas specializes exclusively in wind energy technology, focusing on both onshore and offshore wind turbines. The company has no involvement in solar energy, energy storage, hydrogen, or grid solutions, apart from software integrated into the turbines (source: vestas.com). Their core products include three platforms: EnVentus, 4 MW, and 2 MW models, which collectively have an installed capacity of 170 GW worldwide. Vestas also offers refurbished turbines for cost-reduced projects, including delivery, transport, and installation (source: us.vestas.com). Their services include lifecycle maintenance for 159 GW and over 56,000 turbines, with more than 12,000 technicians in 71 countries, as well as digital tools like VestasOnline and Scipher analytics platform (source: vestas.com). Target markets span utilities, independent power producers, and developers in 85 countries, making Vestas a leading player in the industry with the largest fleet of turbines (over 82,000) (source: vestas.com).

Projects & References

Vestas has a strong track record, including the early Tunø Knob offshore wind farm, which had a total capacity of 5 MW in Denmark in the early 1990s and demonstrated a 15% higher yield than onshore projects (source: vestas.com). In North America, Vestas operates projects like Rocky Hollow Wind, supported by 1,680 technicians and 24/7 monitoring from Oregon (source: rockyhollowwind.com). Vestas also supplies turbines for high-capacity projects, where the V236-15.0 MW model represents a 500-fold capacity increase from the 30 kW prototype from 1979 (source: vestas.com). The company has established partnerships with utilities and developers in 85 countries, which includes a $2 billion USD expenditure on the supply chain in 2024 (source: us.vestas.com). Geographically, Vestas operates in 85 countries with production in Denmark and the USA (Colorado), and is expanding its services in 71-78 countries (source: rockyhollowwind.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years (2024-2025), Vestas has advanced its V236-15.0 MW turbine to first power production, highlighting the software-driven evolution from 30 kW in 1979 (source: vestas.com). The company reported over 49,000 MW installed in the USA/Canada and a $2 billion USD expenditure on the supply chain in 2024, underscoring their market dominance (source: us.vestas.com). Technology blogs have detailed advancements in modularization, high-capacity factor turbines, and revenue maximization under fixed-price agreements, but no new contracts, acquisitions, or funding rounds have been reported (source: vestas.com). A 75-year brand video celebrated milestones up to 2020, but no new awards or certifications have been noted after 2023 (source: video.vestas.com).

Working There

Vestas offers roles in engineering, manufacturing, installation, service (over 12,000 technicians globally, 1,680+ in North America, 5,000+ in the USA), software development, digital analytics, operations, and supply chain, with ongoing hiring for onshore growth (source: vestas.com). Active hiring is taking place in Aarhus (HQ, Denmark), Portland OR (US HQ, monitoring), Houston TX, Boston MA, Colorado factories, and field sites in 71 countries (source: us.vestas.com). The culture emphasizes safety as a top priority, rapid innovation with weekly software rollouts, data-driven decisions from a fleet of over 56,000 turbines, and collaboration with partners and customers (source: vestas.com). Documented benefits include career growth in sustainable energy, with structures for 24/7 operational support suggesting robust training and job security (source: vestas.com).


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Job Description

Responsible for the physical and systematic movement of all equipment, material, tools, products, and overall inventory management. Using, but not limited to ERP systems and company resources acting as the steward of all Supply Chain responsibilities at the site level.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for processing all paperwork as it applies to site inventory management.
  • Conduct tool and inventory cycle counts as it applies to company policy.
  • Sort and place materials on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code maintaining all warehouse needs.
  • Fill requisitions, work orders and movements for all materials, tools, or other stock items as requested from warehouse.
  • Record, weights, count amounts of materials for distribution ensuring conformance to company standards.
  • Ensure proper tools flow, securing the return of tools in a timely manner as well as supporting the calibration of tools.
  • Manage, direct and own all shipping and receiving duties for site(s) inclusive of priority orders.
  • Inspect, weigh, load, document, transport of hazardous materials and waste per company policy.
  • Validate orders for accuracy of consumption of material.
  • Administer training on inventory practices to current and new employees.
  • Complete all projects and activities as assigned by Site manager, and in coordination with the SCRT team member.

Essential Functions

  • Strong communication skills, with ability to work in a flexible team atmosphere.
  • Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of task as it applies to JSAs.
  • Ability to maintain a regular/reliable work attendance that can be called upon to work in inclement weather.
  • The ability to obtain a Vestas forklift certification and/or any MHE as required.
  • Strong desire to learn new skills and knowledge and utilize information systems.
  • Excellent work ethic, dependability, and dedication to Team/Company.

Education, Training, and Skills Required

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • 1 - 3 years of experience/training or an equivalent combination of education and experience to be accepted.
  • Computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Preference given to those with working ERP experience (e.g. SAP, Oracle). Demonstrated IT system skills highly desired.
  • Experience working in/around hazmat material a plus.
  • Kanban fulfilment practices.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required to lift up to 50lbs using proper lifting techniques consistently throughout the shift. Required to exert (push/pull) up to 50lbs of force regularly throughout the shift. Required to climb ladders throughout shift using proper fall protection. Required to operate vehicles and forklifts. Safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, high visibility, steel toe boots, gloves, and hand-held radios.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works with a team within a service site, may require work outdoors in storage yard in all weather conditions (company provides all weather gear/uniforms needed). Work near loud equipment/processes. Remote work not available for this position.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize 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.

BEWARE - RECRUITMENT FRAUD

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About the role

August 26, 2026

August 26, 2026

Full time

On-site

Company

Wind Energy

Vestas

vestas.com

  •  Concordia, Kansas, United States

1 - 3 years

UTC-05:00