Continuous Improvement Leader
Hitachi Energy Denmark A/S
Location:
Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden
Job ID:
R0103838
Date Posted:
2025-09-08
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB
Profession (Job Category):
Quality Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
We are looking for a Continuous Improvement Leader to join our team in Components. The business unit within Hitachi Energy located in Ludvika, Sweden has responsibility for the production and sale of Hitachi Energy bushings and tap changers. Our customers are based in all regions in the world and for HVDC components, we are the main supplier.
The opportunity
As Continuous Improvement Leader, you will drive sustainable and transformational change across the extended Factory Value Chain. Your focus will be on advancing the Integrated Transformer Management System (ITM) and Continuous Improvement maturity, with measurable improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost (SQDIC).
How you’ll make an impact
- Lead the Strategy Deployment process and support the Operations Center/Obeya approach.
- Champion a continuous improvement culture using lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and Value Stream Mapping.
- Drive KPI optimization across SQDIC and integrate HSE and Quality systems into ITM.
- Manage and facilitate impactful cost-out and productivity improvement projects.
- Build organizational capability through training, coaching, and implementation of ITM tools and methods.
Your Background
- Strong communication, coaching, and training skills.
- Proven experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lean expert or certified in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Agile, or Scrum.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in similar roles.
- High-level English proficiency (B2 or above).
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? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager, Peter Åsmo, [email protected] will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson, +46 107-38 25 17; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43; Unionen: Michael Fosselius, +46 107 38 46 19. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner, Carina Riström [email protected]
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Location: (HE)Office_Ludvika Lyviksvagen 10
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