Production Supervisor to GI Valves (HVDC) Ludvika

Hitachi Energy; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health care / wellness benefits

Hybrid work allowances

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB is seeking a Production Supervisor for the GI Valves (HVDC) valve assembly unit in Ludvika. You will lead a team of about 20 assemblers, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery while collaborating with other departments and suppliers.

Fluency in Swedish is required for local collaboration, with English as a working language. The role focuses on enabling growth, managing capacity, and driving improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading diverse production teams in an industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of production flows and capacity planning.
• Willingness to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of about 20 assemblers in Valve production.
• Ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery of production goals.
• Collaborate with other departments and suppliers to optimize workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Production flow

Education

Technical education

Job description

Location:Ludvika, Dalarna County, SwedenJob ID:R0147948Date Posted:2026-11-10Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Production & Skilled TradesJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityOur leaders are the engine for bringing inclusion and diversity of thought to life and we need you who want to be a part of our journey!HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a business unit within Hitachi Energy that develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems to customers worldwide. HVDC technology is used to transmit electrical energy over long distances with minimal losses. HVDC is also used to connect different power systems.GI Valves (HVDC) in Ludvika is now looking for a Production Supervisor that wants to engage and grow a diverse team of assemblers in our Valve production. You will have a central part of ensuring quality and delivery of projects and to support your team to develop themselves as well as the organization. We offer you an exciting and dynamic role with close collaboration with other departments and teams at Hitachi Energy.How you’ll make an impactYou will be part of The Valve Assembly production unit and have responsibility for the work environment and workflow of about 20 people.Your important mission will be to enable your employees to grow and develop with safe and agile leadership.You share Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means you take responsibility for your own actions while feeling responsible for your colleagues and business.You will ensure the right capacity and competence for your production area to meet set deadlines and goals.You will also be responsible for running the department's improvement work and activitiesIn addition to the work you do with your employees, you will have many contacts within the company, but also with other units within Hitachi Energy, as well as with suppliers and customers.Your backgroundAs a leader you are open-minded, communicative and have the ability to motivate others.You are a driven person with technical education or equivalent work experience who has a good understanding of production flows, where knowledge within Hitachi Energy and our product is meritorious.You have a wish to grow in a leadership role. If you have experience of project management or other leadership roles it is a merit.Through continuous improvement in mind, you can handle change with energy, joy and commitment.You also have quality- and result focus and believe that collaboration is the key to success.Knowing Swedish is required for collaboration with local stakeholders. As you will be part of a company that operates on a global arena, fluent in English is preferable.More about usWe believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)Group life insurance and additional insurances.Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bankHybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)Health care and wellness allowanceHealth insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)Psychological support programSupplementary compensation for parental leaveVarious trainings and education supporting employee developmentInternal career possibilities both within Sweden and globallyEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perksThe benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.Are you ready for a new and exciting opportunity? Does this role sound like a good match for your skills and ambitions? Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply today.Recruiting Manager Mattias Johansson [e-mail] , will answer your questions about the position. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Oliver Chicaiza, [e-mail] .Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, [e-mail] ; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, [e-mail] ; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, [e-mail] .Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.