• Job Description

  Req#: JR0028295

  At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.

  Who you are

  You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to easily network in an international and cross-cultural environment, working in line with Alfa Laval drivers; Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.

  About the job

  Alfa Laval Production System (ALPS) is part of our management system. It describes how we work, how we solve problems and how we continuously improve.
  ALPS is built upon Lean and Six Sigma (LSS) philosophies and contains values (how we behave), principles (how we make decisions), methods and tools. ALPS is the foundation on the journey ahead in becoming Lean Digital.

  We in the ALPS Central Team lead change through others by knowledge, experience and inspiration. We are responsible for ALPS and LSS within Alfa Laval. This means that we develop the system, together with line of business, and support the implementation by teaching, coaching and by running projects or kaizen events.

  This job will stimulate both your strategic thinking as well as your operational approach. To be successful you have a sharp ear to local needs and a capability of transforming these into ALPS “fit for purpose”. You are able to give hands-on support, coach and mentor but also challenge our Global Sales and Service/Business Unit/Product Group/Factory Management teams to reach next level of performance.

  The position is reporting centrally to Lund but based in US to mainly support that region. Travel days are estimated to about 50-70 days per year.

  Who are you?

  As an ALPS & Lean Six Sigma Driver you are a strong team-player but can also perform independently. To establish and maintain good networks you need to be service-minded and have strong communication skills with an open and friendly attitude. You are organized and quality minded with a strategic mindset.

  What you know

  You have a university degree in Engineering, substantial Lean Six Sigma / ALPS experience and demonstrated change leadership skills. LSS Black Belt education is an advantage.Your background is either from line management or operations excellence with a minimum of 10 years working experience.

  We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

  What’s in it for you?

  We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The base salary for this role is typically $110,000 - $140,000.

  EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer

• About the company

  Alfa Laval AB is a Swedish company, founded in 1883 by Gustaf de Laval and Oscar Lamm.

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