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

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0094053

Date Posted:

2025-06-04

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Quality Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job 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

• Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Facilitate and manage end-to-end CIP projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement methodologies to deliver measurable performance gains

• Process Alignment & Standardization: Collaborate with process owners and stakeholders to define, document, and align core business processes across departments, ensuring consistency and compliance with organizational standards

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

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

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

• Stakeholder Engagement: 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

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

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) is a plus

• 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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