Good morning!
My name is Nicola, and I am the Quality Leader at the Combustors and Structures center of excellence at the Avio Aero facility in Pomigliano d’Arco (Naples).
I graduated from the Polytechnic University of Naples with a degree in mechanical engineering, with a thesis on the characterization of oil pumps for high-performance engines. During my training, I also had the pleasure of doing an internship in the engine and gearbox development department at Ferrari, in Maranello. That was a very strong and qualifying experience that I remember with great pleasure for the professionalism of the people I met along my journey.
I started working at Avio Aero in 2006 as an Integrated Area Quality Manager in a production area of the Pomigliano D’Arco plant. After about 10 years, I had the pleasure of taking on the role of Lead Quality Engineer, with increasing responsibilities including leading the team of inspectors and overinspectors. Later, I held the position of Production Quality Manager and had the opportunity to structure and implement all Lean transformation activities related to product quality at the site.
Today, I am the Combustors Quality Leader, and my goal is to lead all quality initiatives of the center of excellence with a particular focus on Lean principles, Continuous Improvement, and a zero-defect approach, integrating and developing processes that meet business needs throughout the organization, having a direct responsibility in achieving results in synergy with other functional leaders.
In my free time, I like to dedicate myself to my real passion: the piano! I studied for several years at the Conservatory, and today I continue to play whenever I have some free time. Music amuses me, it is for me the best viaticum in difficult times, and inspiration for new ideas and emotions.
I am also a sports enthusiast; I practice running, indoor cycling, and bodyweight training. I also love to relax by reading good novels and dedicating myself to nature: a good book is always on my nightstand, and my garden is a remedy for the small and big worries that life reserves for us. I cannot fail to mention my other great passion: my 5 beloved grandchildren and my 3 dogs. We are a big family which I deeply love.
Nicola
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