Continuous Improvement Lead - Site Service 80 - 100% (f / m / d)

Hitachi Rail; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 90’000 - 120’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Rail is seeking a dynamic CIP Lead to drive process improvement and digital transformation initiatives. This role involves managing end-to-end continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience in similar roles, strong facilitation skills, and be fluent in both German and English.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years in continuous improvement or operational excellence roles.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma frameworks.
• Business-level fluency in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Facilitate and manage end-to-end CIP projects using improvement methodologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align core business processes.
• Identify opportunities for digital transformation in workflows.

Kenntnisse

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Stakeholder management

Digital transformation

Facilitation skills

Ausbildung

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Relevant Degree

Tools

Adonis

PowerBI

PowerApp

Jobbeschreibung

Description

The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking CIP Lead to drive continuous improvement initiatives across our organization, with a strong emphasis on process alignment and digital transformation. This role is pivotal in shaping a culture of operational excellence, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and embedding digital tools to streamline and enhance business processes.

How you'll make an impact

Facilitate and manage end-to-end CIP projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies to deliver measurable performance gains

Collaborate with process owners and stakeholders to define, document, and align core business processes across departments, ensuring consistency and compliance with organizational standards

Identify opportunities for digital transformation within operational workflows. Align the implementation of digital tools and platforms to enhance efficiency and data-driven decision-making

Coach and support line managers and teams in applying continuous improvement tools and methodologies. Organize workshops and training sessions to build internal capabilities

Establish KPIs and dashboards to track the effectiveness of improvement initiatives. Ensure sustainability of improvements through governance and regular reviews

Act as a change agent by engaging cross-functional teams, facilitating idea generation sessions, and aligning improvement efforts with strategic business goals

Collaborate with Department manager to drive the strategic initiatives

Your background

Proven experience (3+ years) in continuous improvement, process management, or operational excellence roles

Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation frameworks. Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) is a plus

Experience with process mapping tools and digital platforms (e.g. Adonis, PowerBI, PowerApp)

Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

High Voltage Product and Service operations Knowledge is a plus

German and English on business level

More about us

Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.

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