Location:
Ludvika, Dalarna County, Sweden
Job ID:
R0112245
Date Posted:
2025-11-18
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN AB
Profession (Job Category):
Quality Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The opportunity
Are you passionate about driving change, fostering engagement, and shaping a culture of continuous improvement? At Hitachi Energy High Voltage Breakers in Ludvika, we are looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead and coordinate initiatives that strengthen collaboration, reduce disruptions, and enhance employee well-being. This is a key role in the organization and will ensure that strategic initiatives such as DtV and DDIP are successfully implemented across the unit.
How you’ll make an impact
- Coordinate improvement work across departments and act as a key contact for other Continuous Improvement Leaders (CIL).
- Drive and support initiatives such as Design-to-Value (DtV) and Data-Driven Improvement Program (DDIP), with a strong focus on cost reduction and minimizing disruptions.
- Inspire and engage employees and managers, embedding continuous improvement into everyday practices.
- Visualize improvement strategies and project status using Boards on Fire, ensuring transparent reporting and follow-up at factory and unit level.
- Present improvement progress regularly to employees and management in both Swedish and English.
- Contribute to training and workshops in problem-solving and improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma, 5S, root cause analysis).
- Provide indirect leadership to improvement managers and DtV/DDIP leaders, supporting their development and success.
- Lead and develop the “Breaker Challenge” improvement program, ensuring alignment with unit strategy and global goals.
Your background
- University degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
- Proven experience in continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and inspire across all levels of the organization.
- Experience in coordinating cross-functional initiatives and driving change in complex environments.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on cost efficiency, process optimization, and employee well-being.
- Comfortable presenting and facilitating workshops in both Swedish and English.
- Ability to work independently while providing indirect leadership and guidance to colleagues.
- A collaborative and proactive approach, with a passion for building a culture of improvement.
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
This role might be subject to a background check.
More about us
Welcome to apply before December 1. Applications will be reviewed continuously, so don’t wait to submit yours.
Recruiting manager Hans Linder, hans.linder@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Philip Bengtsson, +46-107 382 517; Unionen: Michael Fosselius +46 107 384 619; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107 38 70 43. Any other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Michael Blomberg, michael.blomberg@hitachienergy.com.
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