Project Manager for quality improvement projects 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

Job title: Project Manager for quality improvement projects 80 – 100% (f/m/d)

Company: Hitachi


Job description: Location: Zurich, Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0091004Date Posted: 2025-05-21Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category): Project/Program ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote: NoJob Description:The opportunityAre you passionate about driving operational excellence and quality improvements in a global manufacturing environment? Join our team in Zürich as a Project Manager and play a key role in shaping the future of our production footprint. In this role, you’ll lead strategic initiatives, coordinate cross-functional projects, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact and thrive in a dynamic, international setting, we’d love to hear from you.How you’ll make an impactDevelop value chains and processes to achieve the vision for the production footprint and operational excellenceCoordinate different projects with the overall footprint and operational excellence strategic goals and roadmaps, provide guidance and support where neededAlign project budgets and coordinate resources between global functions and across locationsSupport the implementation of the products for internal customers, assuring good communication between operating units and feeder factoriesAct as key stakeholder and support local project managers and teams during all stages of project executionAssure tailored and timely communication with the different levels of stakeholders, from local management to global senior management.Ensure the consistent application of global guidelines and instructions to effectively govern new production line releasesFacilitate knowledge sharing and sharing of best practices between different factories, identify lessons learned and foster a culture of quality and continuous improvementYour backgroundGraduate degree in engineering, for example mechanical engineering, process engineering, electrical engineering or chemical engineeringMinimum 3 years experience in project execution in a manufacturing environment, ideally with product implementation projectsKnowledge and experience in application of lean manufacturing toolsExcellent problem-solving skills and experience in methodologies such as DMAIC, 8D, 5 Why, FMEAAbility to break down complex challenges into actionable itemsStrong analytical skills to work with production data and statistics from different production sitesWillingness to travel (20 – 30%)Fluent written and spoken English matched with good communication and presentation skillsExperience with high-voltage products and components is an advantageMore about usOur flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.Qualified 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 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.

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Location: Zürich

Job date: Fri, 23 May 2025 07:47:14 GMT

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