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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to drive operational excellence and product quality across global manufacturing environments. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, implement advanced quality planning frameworks, and influence senior leadership to achieve measurable improvements.
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Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaAPQP ImplementationQuality Assurance SystemsGlobal Manufacturing Experience
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Hard Skills
Continuous ImprovementProcess Control SystemsOperational ExcellenceStructured Problem-SolvingManufacturing Performance ImprovementRisk-Based ControlsCorrective Action ProgramsData AnalysisProduct Quality ManagementProcess Validation
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationTeam BuildingInfluencing Senior LeadersCoachingAlignment Across Teams
Tools & Technologies
WCMTQMDFSSSPCFMEASupplier Quality ManagementISO-Based Quality Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
ASQ Certified Quality EngineerSix Sigma Black BeltLean Expert
Industry Keywords
High-Reliability ManufacturingAutomotiveAerospace and DefensePharmaceutical ManufacturingIndustrial AutomationPower GenerationEnergyAdvanced ManufacturingHeavy Industry
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the Global Quality and Continuous Improvement strategy for the GI Valves Product Group across multiple manufacturing sites worldwide
- Drive lean manufacturing excellence using Lean, PDCA, Six Sigma and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Partner with factory leadership teams to improve productivity, reduce waste, enhance process capability and support manufacturing scale-up
- Strengthen product quality and reliability through robust production systems, process controls and preventive quality management practices
- Lead deployment and maturation of APQP across the product lifecycle
- Translate lessons learned from design, manufacturing, suppliers and field performance into sustainable operational improvements
- Govern production quality assurance systems, quality plans, process validation activities, risk-based controls and corrective action programs
- Use operational and quality performance data to identify systemic issues, prioritize improvement initiatives and ensure sustainable results
- Build capability across global teams through coaching, training, standardization and sharing best practices
- Foster ownership, accountability and continuous improvement across manufacturing and cross-functional teams
- Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain and project teams to scale high-performing production systems for HVDC valve manufacturing
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent in Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Extensive experience leading manufacturing, quality, operational excellence or continuous improvement functions within complex industrial environments across a global footprint
- Proven track record of measurable improvements in manufacturing performance, product quality, reliability and operational efficiency
- Strong experience working in multi-site, global manufacturing organizations
- Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience implementing and leading APQP, process control systems and advanced quality planning frameworks
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive change across matrix organizations
- Strong communication skills and ability to build alignment across diverse international teams
- Willingness to travel globally when required
- Experience in high-reliability manufacturing environments such as automotive, aerospace and defense, pharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial automation, power generation and energy, advanced manufacturing or heavy industry
- Experience with WCM, TQM, DFSS, SPC, FMEA, supplier quality management, and ISO-based quality systems and industry standards would be highly advantageous
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Expert or equivalent certifications would be highly advantageous
- Sweden base in either Vasteras or Ludvika required
- Successful completion of applicable pre-employment background and security checks
Benefits
Comp & perks- Collective agreement
- Occupational pension and 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 bank
- Hybrid work and allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
- Health care and wellness allowance
- Health insurance including dental, spectacles and contact lenses allowance
- Psychological support program
- Supplementary compensation for parental leave
- Various trainings and education supporting employee development
- Internal career possibilities within Sweden and globally
- Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
- Occasional global business travel opportunities
- Global exposure and exciting career opportunities