Continuous Improvement Specialist (80-100%)

ABB; Quartino; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Job summary

ABB in Quartino, Switzerland, is seeking a Continuous Improvement professional to deploy and promote a culture of learning and operational excellence within the local manufacturing unit. You will mentor teams, lead cross-functional projects, and drive improvements aligned with ABB's global initiatives.

The role focuses on safety, lean manufacturing, PPAP, and cost reduction, with strong emphasis on training and capability development for local staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Engineering/Production or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years in production engineering, with a focus on Power Electronics assemblies.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools (FMEA, Lean, 5S, Yamazumi, VSM, ABC XYZ).
• Experience with SAP, BOM analysis and optimizing work cycles.
• Commitment to safety and workplace standards.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment of the continuous improvement strategy for the local unit.
• Mentor and coach teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Lead projects to enhance and sustain local business performance.
• Align local improvements with ABB's global initiatives.
• Develop training modules and toolkits for capability building.
• Oversee PFMEA, production line setups, tooling, and line feeding of material.

Education

Master's in Business Engineering and Production (or equivalent)

Tools

Power Electronics

FMEA

Lean

5S

Yamazumi

VSM

ABC XYZ analysis

SAP

BOM analysis

Work cycle optimization

Safety

Italian (fluent)

English (advanced)

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Continuous Improvement Manager

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the deployment of the continuous improvement strategy for a local organizational unit, including promoting a culture of constant learning and improvement. Each day, you will mentor and coach teams to operational excellence and improved results. You will also showcase your leadership skills by deploying and leading projects to enhance and sustain local business performance.

The work model for the role is on-site.

This role is contributing to the Electrification Power Protection manufacturing department in Quartino.

• Aligning local continuous improvement strategies with ABB's global initiatives, ensuring consistent execution and measurable impact.
• Implementing operational excellence strategies in safety, lean production system, Internal PPAP, and cost through cross-functional collaboration.
• Supporting capability building by developing and delivering targeted training modules and toolkits tailored to local business needs.
• Managing product and process development across departments and suppliers, including PFMEA, production line setup, tooling, and line feeding of material.

Qualifications For The Role

• Master's in Business Engineering and Production (or equivalent) and Green Belt certified.
• 2+ years in production engineering, specializing in Power Electronics assemblies.
• Proficient in continuous improvement tools like FMEA, Lean, 5S, Yamazumi, VSM, and ABC XYZ analysis etc.
• Experienced with SAP, BOM analysis, and work cycle optimization.
• Skilled in project cost evaluation and capital investment justification.
• Safety-focused, with dedicated commitment to workplace safety standards.
• Fluent in Italian, advanced English, both written and spoken, being a collaborative, solution-driven communicator.

More About Us

ABB Smart Power is a global technology leader, with products and solutions that make power supplies smart, connected, and protected. Its intelligent products and solutions make power more competitive by improving the energy efficiency, productivity, and reliability of almost any operation.

The recruitment process is led by Letizia Breviario, Talent Partner, ABB Switzerland Ltd.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.