2nd shift Production Supervisor

Hitachi Energy; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Virginia is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a dedicated manufacturing team and transform raw materials into high-performance energy products. You will optimize operations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure on-time delivery of quality products while maintaining a safe work environment.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of supervisory manufacturing experience, a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, and strong collaboration and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a production team to meet daily targets.
• Allocate resources efficiently to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee production scheduling to meet demand and inventory goals.
• Identify and implement process improvements for better performance.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Collaborate to resolve critical equipment or product issues.
• Recommend upgrades to equipment and facilities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Operations management

Continuous improvement

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Kronos

Job description

The Opportunity

Step into a leadership role where your impact drives innovation and quality. At Hitachi Energy, we're shaping the future of sustainable energy-and we need passionate leaders to help us get there. As a Production Supervisor, you'll guide a dedicated team in transforming raw materials into high-performance energy products. This is your chance to lead with purpose, optimise operations, and contribute to a cleaner, more connected world. If you're energized by teamwork, continuous improvement, and making a real difference, this is the opportunity for you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead and inspire a production team to meet daily targets.
• Allocate resources efficiently to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee production scheduling to meet demand and inventory goals.
• Identify and implement process improvements for better performance.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Collaborate to resolve critical equipment or product issues.
• Recommend upgrades to equipment and facilities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• 2-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Experience with timekeeping systems like Kronos is a plus.
• Knowledge of transformer manufacturing or coil winding is a bonus.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, we champion innovation, sustainability, and diversity.
• You'll have access to global learning opportunities and career development programs.
• Join a team where your ideas and leadership truly matter.

Pay range: $85,000 to $95,000 DOE