Join ABB and work in a team that is dedicated to creating a future where innovative digital technologies allow greater access to cleaner energy. 

The purpose of the Continuous Improvement function is to drive a culture and practice of excellence throughout our entire value chain, increasing customer satisfaction and improving profitability in a sustainable way.

ABB Turbocharging manufactures and maintains turbochargers for engines on ships, power stations, diesel locomotives and large, off-highway vehicles. We focus on how to help our customers today, while driving innovation in anticipation of future challenges.

Responsible for leading and implementing business critical Lean Six Sigma projects throughout the Hub Business Unit and Local Product Groups.

Your responsibilities

• Based on the BU and HBU Strategy, the 5 top quality issues, KPIs, customer feedback and OPEX targets, propose potential L6S projects to the HBU management team for approval and supporting deployment of HBU strategy by leading business critical projects to improve the overall customer experience. Primary focus will be on quality improvement, lead time reduction, productivity/cost reduction and improving on-time delivery.
• Communicating results to HBU Leadership and escalating issues as they arise and work with necessary owners to develop countermeasures and mentor and coach HBU Green Belt and Yellow Belt candidates. Support development of a pipeline of YB/GB team members able to drive business results. Lead training sessions as needed. Prepare GB/YB for certification and capture, communicate and replicate successes and best practices across the BU and HBU.
• Driving standardization and consistency of approach and work effectively with other BB in the BU/HBU to standardize processes and develop best practices. Support the updating of training materials as required and prepare Lean Six Sigma gate-review presentations and set up reviews with BU MBB and HBU management.
• Lead L6S initiatives within the HBU, propose additional resources needed. Work with the BU MBB to develop World Class L6S Organization within the HBU;
• Member of HBU Management Team
• Living ABB’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

• Must be a graduate degree holder.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in both manufacturing and business environments and 3+ years of experience with leading Lean or Six Sigma improvement projects or application of the associated tools.
• Track record of proven leadership skills and ability to influence others.
• Excellent communication skills; verbal and written.
• Strong analytical skills to deal with data & statistical analyses.
• Strong character person capable to deal with all aspects of change management.
• Able to work independently or in a group setting.
• Very high level of structuring, self-motivated and self-organization.
• Open mindedness and strong interpersonal skills.
• Well-versed with Office software, Minitab and other statistical tools.