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Six Sigma Blackbelt / Lean Expert

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Six Sigma Blackbelt / Lean Expert

Västerås, Sweden

The opportunity

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation

The HVDC division of Hitachi Energy is a rapidly growing global business at the forefront of pioneering groundbreaking solutions for the challenges of tomorrow's energy landscape. To support this rapid growth we are scaling up our operations and project delivery capability to ensure we sustain the highest levels of quality & reliability, while delivering on time and budget every time.

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We are looking for a dynamic Continuous Improvement professional to join our Global Quality and Continuous Improvement team and help support this journey. As leader of continuous improvement and operational excellence programs you will support the HVDC global business by coaching and leading quality and performance improvement projects. Reporting to the Global Head of Continuous Improvement you will contribute to the development and optimization of business processes, product quality & reliability as well as internal capability development and deployment of improvement methodologies across the organization.

How you'll make an impact

  • You drive business performance improvement projects and support operational excellence activities across the business leveraging Continuous Improvement methodologies including Quality Tools, Lean, Sig Sigma and Agile.
  • You coach on continuously improvement principles and practices, role modeling these attributes and contributing to the cultural transformation across the organization through the execution of projects.
  • You act as a CI Subject Matter Expert, providing help and guidance on methods, tools and templates to drive improvement projects in the areas of defect reduction, productivity and Operational Excellence.
  • You partner with management and functional experts to understand and support delivery of their organization's vision, objectives and challenges.
  • You drive the sharing of best practices, new processes, tools and improvements achieved through application of CI methodologies.
  • You live core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background:

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (L6S) certification with experience in coaching and leading high value and complex CI projects.
  • Several years of experience in continuous improvement and/or Quality engineering, preferably in the energy or engineering sector.
  • Proven experience in leading and developing global programs.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and managing change in a dynamic, international, and fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills
  • A university degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
  • Experience in Agile project management, Automation and Digitization and Business process management an advantage.
  • Fluency in English is required, both written and spoken.

What we offer

  • Collective agreement
  • Flexible working time
  • Health care and wellness allowance
  • Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
  • Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
  • Various trainings and education supporting employee development
  • Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
  • Supplementary compensation for parental leave
  • Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and therefore the advertisement may be made offline with short notice, so don't delay - apply today!

More information: Recruiting Manager Afonso Machado, afonso.machado@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 29 86; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner sofia.lindblom@hitachienergy.com

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Client-provided location(s): Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-139104
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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