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Digitalization and Continuous Improvement Team Leader 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Digitalization and Continuous Improvement Team Leader 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Baden, Switzerland

The opportunity

In this dynamic role, you will lead a new team within medium voltage surge arrester in Wettingen. You will drive digitalization and continuous improvement, helping us understand our needs, explore possibilities, and develop a digital strategy aligned with our goals and Hitachi Energy's strategy.

Our Operating Unit has around 105 employees, and our process industry production benefits greatly from digitalization and continuous improvements. Do you have a background in developing processes, working on improvements, and solving problems through digitalization, combined with leadership and change management skills? Are you analytical, team-oriented, engaged, and have high integrity?

If you are ready for a career with no limits and a place where you can be yourself, we want to learn more about you. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you don't meet all requirements. Join our team!

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How you'll make an impact

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand our organizational needs and identify digital opportunities. Formulating a digitalization strategy covering local needs and aligning with global strategy
  • Streamline internal digitalization efforts, eliminating fragmentation and fostering collaboration to prevent a patchwork effect
  • Inspire and support teams across the organization to embrace continuous improvement through digitalization
  • Manage and execute hands-on digitalization projects, leveraging your expertise to deliver results
  • Build, form, and develop a small but dynamic team (approximately 3-4 members) to drive innovation and success
  • Coordinating collaboration with internal Hitachi partners as well as external suppliers in project execution
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business

Your background

  • More than 5 years of experience in operations, with a strong emphasis on manufacturing process management and quality assurance
  • Expertise in systems integration and IT demand processes
  • Strong understanding of production processes with a focus on integrating digital technologies for process improvement
  • Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred) is advantageous
  • In-depth knowledge of at least one of the systems: SAP, HVPLM, and digital process traceability (DPS - Hitachi's web-based system for traceability)
  • Experience with Power BI and Power Automate, along with advanced data analytics and automation tools
  • Knowledge of Automation Engineering, IoT solutions, and Cybersecurity
  • Experience in leading change projects to successfully adopt digitalization, demonstrating tangible benefits and improvements
  • Both spoken and written English and German needed

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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Client-provided location(s): 5430 Wettingen, Switzerland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-127636
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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