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Portfolioleader for improvements on current models of cars together with partners.

Global program for Process Improvement to support the Process Orientation change.

A strategic position to drive and coordinate the development of IKEA's Lean Concept called IPS (Ikea Production System). This also includes development and coordination of our training initiatives as well as the assessment tool. In accordance with the mission of IKEA Industry the role also includes knowledge sharing with other parts of IKEA.

Responsible for the OpEx-program in Nordic & Baltic Region.Developing Green Belts and leaders to promote a Continuous Improvement culture.-5S-Kaizen-Value Stream Mapping-Daily Management/Visual management-Lean & Six Sigma-Project Portfolio Management-Project Management

As MBB for 2 of the projects in the CtI Leap, a major change program improving the customer experience from RfQ to invoicing.Jointly developing the next generation of PEX-training and piloting tools like "Project selection, scoping and tracking" in China.

Responsible for designing the business process, conducting training and coaching to implement P-FMEA as a standard tool in Vestas Control Systems.Driving the strategic global Lean transformation in Control Systems sites, introducing tools like Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, to executives and operators.Lean transformation coach for production.Coaching and training on project management and Lean Six Sigma

As consultant leading trainings and coaching projects in Lean Six Sigma for several international clients in various industries such as Pharma operations, FMCG, Automotive and financial services.Led process improvement projects.Profile: Mr. Hagren has a wide range of experience in an international environment from operations and development within several industries including Automotive, Consumer Goods, Banking, Pharmaceutical, and Professional Services.Examples of his work… Show more As consultant leading trainings and coaching projects in Lean Six Sigma for several international clients in various industries such as Pharma operations, FMCG, Automotive and financial services.Led process improvement projects.Profile: Mr. Hagren has a wide range of experience in an international environment from operations and development within several industries including Automotive, Consumer Goods, Banking, Pharmaceutical, and Professional Services.Examples of his work include:• Led improvement projects using the DMAIC framework.• Led development project for transmission components at Volvo Cars• Acted as project manager on validation projects including the establishment of a process management system.• Coached over 100 Six Sigma Black and Green Belt projects successfully to completion.• Trained and coached Green and Black Belts in R&D, operational as well as transactional areas.• Taught DMAIC and DFSS approaches to managers and executives.• Led projects that applied robust design principles and methods to the development of new components.• Coached automotive R&D project team leaders in the application of DFSS techniques.• Was responsible for supplier quality and internal control with international suppliers to the automotive industry.• Was the manager responsible for transmission components from Mitsubishi and Renault.Niclas was a driver for the Lean production implementation at Vestas Control systems, implementing tools and midset using VSM, 5S and daily management.Also implemented P-FMEA in the production development as well as production at Vestas.He is a Swedish national, fluent in English, and speaks decent German.Specialties: Training, teaching and coaching Lean Six Sigma to management and project leaders. Strategic Lean Transformation, Project management, Continuous Improvements, Production Processes, Lean implementation, Process Design. Show less

MBB at Powertrain engineering (and Chassie engineering)As MBB at VCC I trained and coached the management in Six Sigma, driving the implementation of the methodology and tools. Responsible for the performance reporting of projects and initiatives to the excecutive management.Coaching Black Belts and other project leaders and participants. Selecting projects and BB candidates.Also as part of the VCC MBB team working with the global implementation and management of Six Sigma… Show more MBB at Powertrain engineering (and Chassie engineering)As MBB at VCC I trained and coached the management in Six Sigma, driving the implementation of the methodology and tools. Responsible for the performance reporting of projects and initiatives to the excecutive management.Coaching Black Belts and other project leaders and participants. Selecting projects and BB candidates.Also as part of the VCC MBB team working with the global implementation and management of Six Sigma deployment. Show less

Black Belt - Transmission Engineering R&DLeading improvement projects and driving six sigma implementation in the BU.Projects range from re-engineering of transmission components due to customer satisfaction issues to improving the warranty return process of exchanged parts.

Responsible for supplier quality on upholstery, (leather and cloth), mechanical seat components and supporting production with quality assurance.