Master Data and Operations Process Specialist
ABB · Cary, NC
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 2 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist process role at ABB (industrial) in Cary, NC. , you will oversee Master Data operations and Customer Master Data management within SAP (Torque) ERP.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Green Belt, SAP
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $88k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 53 process engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 52 other live process postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Typical $88k–$120k, from 23 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 45%
- ✓ Six Sigma 45%
- ✓ Lean 30%
- SPC 25%
- Team leadership 25%
- FDA / GMP 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SAP, Power BI / Tableau, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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This plant: ABB in Cary
1 other open role at this site.
- Payroll Operations Manager · Production · Manager
Full description from ABBAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Oversee Master Data creation, maintenance, archiving, and governance activities, ensuring high data quality, service continuity, and adherence to agreed service levels.
- ◆Lead end-to-end process design and continuous improvement initiatives to standardize, simplify, and automate Master Data processes, improving operational efficiency and customer experience.
- ◆Support business users and projects through a network of Master Data specialists and super users, collaborating with Digital, Sales, Finance, and other stakeholders to implement scalable solutions.
- ◆Own the development and ongoing evaluation of performance metrics, reporting, and data analytics across Master Data Operations to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and drive data-driven decisions that improve operational efficiency and business performance.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
- ✓Proficiency in SAP/Torque, Salesforce.com and Master Data Governance (MDG).
- ✓Minimum of 8 years of professional work experience.
- ✓Minimum of 5 years of experience in customer service or sales support.
- ✓Proficiency in data analytics, Power BI (or equivalent) and dashboard development.
- ✓Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or black belt) certification or equivalent experience applying continuous improvement and process optimization methodologies.
- ✓Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
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.
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.
For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner. #LI - Hybrid
While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s
qualifications
and experience, this position is expected to pay between $100,500 and $160,800 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.
ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
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At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to
Programs and Operations Leader
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In this role, you will oversee Master Data operations and Customer Master Data management within SAP (Torque) ERP. You will drive global process standardization, continuous improvement, and cross-functional initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, data quality, and customer experience. Each day, you will lead the process and KPIs for a high-performing team, ensure service excellence, and deliver results against key operational and performance metrics.
The work model for this role is: Hybrid but could be Remote for the ideal candidate.
Health, Life & Disability
- •Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
- •Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
- •Vision benefit.
- •Company paid life insurance (2X base pay).
- •Company paid AD&D (1X base pay).
- •Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums.
- •Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid.
- •Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
- •Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance.
- •Paid Parental Leave.
- •Employee Assistance Program.
- •Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption.
- •Employee discount program.
Retirement
- •401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions.
- •Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid ho