Op-Ex & CI Coordinator

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At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
This Position reports to:
Continuous Improvement Specialist/ Lean

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support the deployment of the continuous improvement initiatives, including promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Each day, you will mentor and coach others to achieve operational excellence and drive improved results. You will also showcase your expertise by deploying and leading projects to improve and sustain operations performance.

The work model for the role is:  Onsite;
New Berlin, WI

This role is contributing to the  Motion Drive Products Division.

Your role and responsibilities:
Coordinate and support Op-Ex and CI initiatives across Operations, ensuring timely execution with measurable results.

Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis, and value stream map review sessions to identify and eliminate waste via PDCA and DMAIC.

Track and report on project progress, KPIs, and cost savings using standardized metrics and digital task management platforms & dashboards.

Partner with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to standardize best practices and drive sustainable improvements.

Provide training and coaching on Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI tools to build a culture of continuous improvement.

Assist in investigating non-conformances and support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.

Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve quality issues.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing activities

Our Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the role
Ability to demonstrate experience in lean management, advanced problem solving techniques, performance management, Kaizen facilitation and have established the relevant industry skills associated with at least 5 years of experience in a lean manufacturing environment.

Post-secondary education and professional certifications are a plus.

Strong communication skills appropriate for all levels of the organization.

Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft 365 toolkit and a working knowledge of business intelligence software such as Power BI, Minitab, Celonis, etc.

Yellow or Green Belt Lean Six Sigma certification is required or ability to certify within 12 months of employment.

Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

What’s in it for you?
We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

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