IWS Process Lead (m/f/d)

At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI.

To make a difference with us, all you need to do is bring your human best.

What will your story be? Apply now! 

Please, apply until the 5th of November 2025 

Position

In this versatile role you are responsible for continuous improvement in production by analyzing production processes and finding solutions with the experts on site. You will also monitor the production-relevant key figures for your area and make a significant contribution to the further development of the corporate culture.

Responsibilities

As the IWS Process Lead, you will…

• be responsible for creating reports, process standards and analyses based on large pools of data on production processes and finding solutions with a team of experts
• identify the causes of recurring losses and develop appropriate problem-solving strategies and standards to permanently eliminate them and sustainably increase efficiencies
• help in shaping the cultural change towards more autonomy and flat hierarchies in the production area
• support and coach colleagues in solving problems on the machines and systems, including taking on the role of line expert for Initial Problem Solving (IPS), Unified Problem Solving (UPS) and Standard Work Processes (SWP) as well as data analysis using appropriate data analysis tools and the RTT Accelerator tool
• together with the Cell Lead, develop quarterly plans and targets

Requirements

• Completed technical or business administration education, ideally with further training at HF/FH level and/or an Engineering Degree
• 1-2 years professional experience in handling analytical tools and processing and evaluating large amounts of data
• Knowledge of continuous improvement programs (KAIZEN, TPM) is an asset
• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken
• Good knowledge of MS Office (especially MS Excel / Power BI) and ideally SAP experience
• Precise and accurate working style, strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a te

Our Benefits

• 40-hour work week, at least 5 weeks of vacation
• Canteen (discounted meals) as well as free drinks / free parking
• Monthly health insurance subsidies for employees and their family members
• Accident insurance (NBU) and daily sickness allowance (KTG) premiums are fully covered by JTI
• Own pension fund with supplementary benefits & JTI covers up to 75% of pension contributions
• 500 CHF in Reka checks (paid out each January)
• Maternity and paternity leave (20 weeks) without salary reduction
• Attractive employee discounts
• Fitness room and various sports course

About JTI

Japan Tobacco International (JTI) is a leading global tobacco company, operating in over 120 countries with more than 45,000 employees worldwide. The top brands in our portfolio include Winston, Camel, and Natural American Spirit. With Nordic Spirit, we have also successfully established a brand outside the conventional tobacco business in the Swiss market.