{"data":{"id":130182,"slug":"continous-improvement-leader","type":"job","title":"Continuous Improvement Leader","description":"The opportunity \nThe Figeholm business unit is a modern production facility that manufactures electrical insulation materials in sheet and laminate form, as well as pressboard insulation components. The products are of high quality and are delivered to customers worldwide.\nAs a Local ITM & Continuous Improvement Leader at Hitachi Energy in Figeholm, you will play a key role in driving sustainable improvements and change initiatives across the factory's entire value chain. The position focuses on developing the maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management System (ITM) and Continuous Improvement, with a clear connection to improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost.\nYou will work closely with factory management and cross-functional teams to turn strategy into practical actions, strengthen daily management, and help create a culture where continuous improvement is a natural part of how the business operates.\nWe are interested in learning more about you and what you can contribute, so please apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. A collaborative team with diverse backgrounds is waiting for you to join!\nHow You Will Make an Impact\nDrive and support the implementation of the ITM system and help increase Continuous Improvement maturity within the factory.\nWork with factory management and cross-functional teams to develop and implement Strategy Deployment, Operations Center\/Obeya, KPIs, and improvement plans.\nImprove daily management, Factory Standard Work, and an integrated improvement management system.\nDrive improvements related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost, while contributing to cost reduction and productivity improvements.\nCreate, lead, and follow up on improvement projects and ensure results are sustained over time.\nTrain, coach, and develop employees and leaders in ITM tools, methods, and problem-solving techniques to build local capability and ownership.\nReport directly to the Factory Manager and play a key role in supporting the management team with strategy execution, business development, and continuous improvement.\n\nYour Background\nProven experience in Continuous Improvement, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with 5+ years being an advantage.\nDocumented success in leading change management initiatives and driving engagement across teams and functions.\nKnowledge of Lean and ITM tools such as 5S, Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, Practical Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen.\nLean Leader, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or Agile\/Scrum certifications are considered an advantage.\nExcellent communication, coaching, and training skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others.\nGood command of English (minimum B2 level); Swedish language skills are beneficial in the local environment.\nStructured and analytical mindset, with the ability to translate strategy and KPIs into practical actions and measurable business results.\n\nMore About Us\nCollective agreement\nFlexible working time\nHealth care and wellness allowance\nFantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally\nMentor to support you throughout onboard phase\nVarious trainings and education supporting employee development\nDiversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden\nSupplementary compensation for parental leave\nEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks\n\nAre you ready for a new and exciting challenge? If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today. Applications are reviewed continuously, so do not wait to submit yours.\nFor questions about the position, please contact Union Representatives:\nUnionen: Jens Lindb\u00e4ck, +46 10 738 18 68\nSveriges Ingenj\u00f6rer: Katarina Skoglycka, +46 10 738 66 71\nLedarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 738 70 43\nFor other questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner Magnus Ronnholm magnus.ronnholm@hitachienergy.com.","language":"sv","is_translated":true,"title_original":"Continous Improvement Leader","description_original":"The opportunity \nThe Figeholm business unit is a modern production facility that manufactures electrical insulation materials in sheet and laminate form, as well as pressboard insulation components. The products are of high quality and are delivered to customers worldwide.\nAs a Local ITM & Continuous Improvement Leader at Hitachi Energy in Figeholm, you will play a key role in driving sustainable improvements and change initiatives across the factory\u2019s entire value chain. The position focuses on developing the maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management System (ITM) and Continuous Improvement, with a clear connection to improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost.\nYou will work closely with factory management and cross-functional teams to turn strategy into practical actions, strengthen daily management, and help create a culture where continuous improvement is a natural part of how the business operates.\nWe are interested in learning more about you and what you can contribute, so please apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. A collaborative team with diverse backgrounds is waiting for you to join!\nHow You Will Make an Impact\nDrive and support the implementation of the ITM system and help increase Continuous Improvement maturity within the factory.\nWork with factory management and cross-functional teams to develop and implement Strategy Deployment, Operations Center\/Obeya, KPIs, and improvement plans.\nImprove daily management, Factory Standard Work, and an integrated improvement management system.\nDrive improvements related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost, while contributing to cost reduction and productivity improvements.\nCreate, lead, and follow up on improvement projects and ensure results are sustained over time.\nTrain, coach, and develop employees and leaders in ITM tools, methods, and problem-solving techniques to build local capability and ownership.\nReport directly to the Factory Manager and play a key role in supporting the management team with strategy execution, business development, and continuous improvement.\n\nYour Background\nProven experience in Continuous Improvement, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with 5+ years being an advantage.\nDocumented success in leading change management initiatives and driving engagement across teams and functions.\nKnowledge of Lean and ITM tools such as 5S, Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, Practical Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen.\nLean Leader, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or Agile\/Scrum certifications are considered an advantage.\nExcellent communication, coaching, and training skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others.\nGood command of English (minimum B2 level); Swedish language skills are beneficial in the local environment.\nStructured and analytical mindset, with the ability to translate strategy and KPIs into practical actions and measurable business results.\n\nMore About Us\nCollective agreement\nFlexible working time\nHealth care and wellness allowance\nFantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally\nMentor to support you throughout onboard phase\nVarious trainings and education supporting employee development\nDiversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden\nSupplementary compensation for parental leave\nEmployee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks\n\nAre you ready for a new and exciting challenge? If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today. Applications are reviewed continuously, so do not wait to submit yours.\nFor questions about the position, please contact Union Representatives:\nUnionen: Jens Lindb\u00e4ck, +46 10 738 18 68\nSveriges Ingenj\u00f6rer: Katarina Skoglycka, +46 10 738 66 71\nLedarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 738 70 43\nFor other questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner Magnus Ronnholm magnus.ronnholm@hitachienergy.com.","price":null,"currency":"SEK","status":"active","noindex":true,"location":{"address":null,"full_address":null,"city":"Oskarshamn","country":"SE","latitude":57.2632811,"longitude":16.4443478},"metadata":{"region":"Kalmar l\u00e4n","duration":"Tills vidare","employer":"Hitachi Energy Sweden AB","positions":1,"profession":"Verksamhetsutvecklare","salary_type":"Fast m\u00e5nads- vecko- eller timl\u00f6n","scope_of_work":"100\u2013100 %","working_hours":"Heltid","employment_type":"full_time","occupation_field":"Administration, ekonomi, juridik","employer_workplace":"Hitachi Energy Sweden, Figeholm","experience_required":true,"employment_type_label":"Tillsvidareanst\u00e4llning (inkl. eventuell provanst\u00e4llning)"},"user_id":null,"is_sponsored":false,"views_count":19,"ai_views_count":8,"bot_views_count":2,"ai_vendor_counts":{"other":2,"openai":2,"anthropic":4},"visibility":"public","submission_source":null,"submission_ai_name":null,"has_owner_email":true,"can_contact_owner":true,"phone":"+46 10 738 18 68","owner_email":"magnus.ronnholm@hitachienergy.com","images":[],"published_at":"2026-07-24T12:06:40+00:00","expires_at":"2027-01-19T23:59:59+00:00","created_at":"2026-07-25T04:01:11+00:00","updated_at":"2026-09-19T02:57:52+00:00"}}