Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager
DiscoveredHitachi Energy
Madrid, SpainexternalManagementPosted 3 months ago (May 26, 2026)
The Opportunity
Are you ready to shape the future of energy?
Our company is a pioneering technology leader supporting energy transition and electrification, advancing a sustainable energy future for our generation and those to come.
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, we are investing to establish and develop an
Operation Center of Excellence in Madrid, Spain (ESOPC)
within the
Grid & Power Quality Solutions
business in Europe (HBUEU).
In this role, you will ensure effective Quality Management across daily operations and processes by driving process compliance, continuous improvement and a strong quality culture, while also supporting project execution through structured Project Quality practices.
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• Ensure deployment and effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS) and internal standards
• Monitor quality performance (COPQ, defects, audits) and drive corrective actions
• Identify process gaps and lead audits, ensuring closure and standardization
• Define and drive quality objectives and KPIs aligned with the Unit strategy
Continuous Improvement
• Lead operational improvement initiatives (DMAIC, PDCA, Kaizen)
• Reduce COPQ, variability and inefficiencies
• Embed lessons learned into standard processes to ensure sustainability
Quality Culture & Engagement
• Promote quality ownership across functions
• Enable and coach teams on quality mindset and structured problem solving
• Support bottom-up improvement initiatives
Project Quality Support
• Support project teams on Project Quality standards and practices
• Contribute to quality plans, risk identification and corrective actions
• Monitor project quality performance and escalate when needed
Your background
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant experience in Quality Management.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Management
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (
required
); Black Belt (
nice to have
)
• Proficiency in spoken and written
English and Spanish
• Strong analytical skills and experience in root cause analysis
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work across different functions
More about us
We offer a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, as well as your personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out.
Depending on your experience and role level, you may benefit from:
Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological Assistance, Language Training, Coaching & Assessments.
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