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Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States Job ID: R0125648 Date Posted: Apr 8 2026 Sector: Energy Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession: Manufacturing Job Category: Quality Management Job Type: Full time Experience Level: Experienced Remote: No

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Job Description

Inspire the next era of sustainable energy with Hitachi Energy where your work fuels a brighter, more resilient future. As our Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader in South Boston for Distribution Transformers, you will shape how our operations evolve and thrive. This is your chance to lead transformational change within a global organization committed to making energy more sustainable, secure, and accessible to all.

In this role, you will guide the factorys Lean operating system, ensuring our teams are empowered, our processes are future-ready, and our strategy is brought to life through world-class execution. You will collaborate closely with the Factory Manager and leadership team, becoming a trusted partner and catalyst for continuous improvement that accelerates operational excellence across the entire value chain.

From developing strategic breakthrough initiatives to building Lean capability to strengthening our coaching culture-your leadership will unlock new performance levels and help our teams deliver meaningful impact for our customers, our business, and our planet.

How youll make an impact

• Lead deployment and maturity growth of the ITM System across the factory.
• Drive breakthrough improvement using Lean tools such as 5S, Daily Management, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Facilitate strategy deployment, goal-setting, Kaizen planning, and Leader Standard Work.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to elevate KPIs and optimize processes.
• Lead cost-out and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Build Lean capability through coaching, training, and mentoring.
• Champion a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure sustained performance through structured problem-solving and gap-closure actions.

Your background

• Bachelors degree in engineering or business.
• 10 years in Lean operating systems and continuous improvement within manufacturing or transactional environments.
• Experience implementing major Lean systems (Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell, or similar).
• Lean/Six Sigma certifications (Lean Master, Lean Expert, Black Belt) preferred.
• Demonstrated success delivering breakthrough improvements.
• Strong communication, influence, and leadership capabilities.

More about us

We are committed to inspiring the next era of sustainable energy and empowering societies to thrive. We invest deeply in our people, technology, and global footprint to drive innovation and long-term growth. Youll join an organization that values development, supports career progression, and fosters a culture of safety, integrity, and collaboration.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

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