Academic Supervisor
Pubblicato il 26-10-2026 - Vertiv in Veneto
h3Who are we? /h3 pAt Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.
With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. /p pWe are currently seeking a bLaboratory Supervisor /b to join our dynamic team in bPiove di Sacco (PD), Italy! /b /p pThe Laboratory Supervisor manages a team of 6 test technicians and coordinates all laboratory operations across two core activities: bfactory witness testing /b — where customers are hosted on-site to verify performance and functionalities of purchased products — and bproduct development testing /b. The role requires the ability to operate across two very different modes: managing witness testing with a production-oriented mindset (planning, scheduling, throughput) and supporting product development with a test-engineering approach. Today's workload ratio is approximately 70/30 in favour of witness testing. /p h3What kind of work will you be doing? /h3 h3Factory Witness Testing /h3 ul liPlans and schedules the witness test backlog,
managing capacity of 6 technicians to meet committed delivery dates /li liCoordinates with Sales/Commercial teams to align customer visit schedules with lab availability /li liEnsures test setups are prepared on time and executed according to standardized procedures /li liMonitors throughput and turnaround times; identifies and resolves bottlenecks to maintain production-line efficiency /li liOwns test reporting and documentation delivered to customers /li /ul h3Product Development Testing /h3 ul liPlans and tracks laboratory tests supporting RD projects /li liCollaborates with Engineering to define test requirements, feasibility, and priorities /li liOversees test execution, data quality, and reporting from technicians /li liParticipates in product testing at designated external laboratories when required /li /ul h3General / Continuous Improvement /h3 ul liManages daily allocation and coordination of 6 laboratory technicians across both workstreams /li liDrives standardization of test procedures and introduction of new methods /li liImplements and monitors maintenance and calibration plans for facilities and instruments /li liWorks with the Lab Manager to improve safety, efficiency, and facility conditions /li /ul h3What will make you successful? /h3 ul libMaster's degree /b in mechanical engineering or similar (e.g., thermodynamics or energetics) or equivalent long-term experience in a similar role /li libAt least 4 years /b in a supervisory role managing teams in a test/production environment with schedule-driven deliverables /li liProven ability to manage workload planning and resource allocation for a team (6+ people)
/liliExperience in customer-facing technical environments (e.g., witness testing, FAT, commissioning, or technical demonstrations) /li liProblem-solving skills and ability to adapt to shifting priorities without compromising delivery commitments /li liKnowledge of instrumentation, measurement techniques, and HVAC systems /li liFluent in Italian and English; proficient in MS Office /li /ul pThe successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. /p h3OUR CORE PRINCIPALS /h3 pSafety.
Integrity.Respect. Teamwork.
Diversity
Inclusion. /p h3OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES /h3 ul liCustomer Focus /li liOperational Excellence /li liHigh-Performance Culture /li liInnovation /li liFinancial Strength /li /ul h3OUR BEHAVIORS /h3 ul liOwn It /li liAct With Urgency /li liFoster a Customer-First Mindset /li liThink Big and Execute /li liLead by Example /li liDrive Continuous Improvement /li liLearn and Seek Out Development /li /ul pThe anticipated salary range for this role in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy is between 43.000€ to 54.000€ gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements.
Compensationis determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities. /p pThe applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria /p