Continuous Improvement Specialist

Hitachi Energy; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy's Crystal Springs facility is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive Lean ITM-based transformation across the value stream. You will coach teams, lead Kaizen events, and partner with cross-functional groups to raise safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

In this hands-on role, you will deploy Lean tools, mentor colleagues, and build a culture of accountability and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 1+ years in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement.
• Experience with Lean systems (e.g., ITM, TPS, Danaher, Honeywell).
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement using Lean/ITM principles and tools.
• Partner across teams to eliminate waste and optimize processes.
• Lead Kaizen events to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Support deployment and maturity of the ITM system.
• Coach and train teams on Lean tools and problem-solving methods.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
• Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement.
• Influence and guide teams through sustainable change.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Influencing

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Lean ITM

TPS

Danaher tools

Honeywell systems

Job description

The Opportunity

Step into a role where your ideas drive real transformation. As a Continuous Improvement Leader at Hitachi Energy's Crystal Springs facility, you'll play a key role in shaping how we operate, grow, and succeed. This is an opportunity to influence a factory on the rise, where continuous improvement is at the heart of everything we do.

You'll work hands-on within our Focus Factory, using our Lean Management system (ITM) to lead meaningful change across the entire value stream. From enhancing safety and quality to improving delivery and cost performance, your work will directly impact our operational success. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, coach others, and help build a culture rooted in accountability, engagement, and innovation.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are energized by seeing the tangible results of your work, this is your chance to make a difference. Join a global organization with strong local roots, where your voice is heard, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible every day.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Drive continuous improvement using Lean/ITM principles and tools

• Partner across teams to eliminate waste and optimize processes

• Lead Kaizen events to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost

• Support deployment and maturity of the ITM system

• Coach and train teams on Lean tools and problem-solving methods

• Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements

• Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement

• Influence and guide teams through sustainable change

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement

• Experience with Lean systems (e.g., ITM, TPS, Danaher, Honeywell)

• Strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills

• Ability to work across all levels in a fast-paced environment

• Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred

More About Us

• Be part of a global leader investing in innovation, people, and continuous improvement

• Grow your skills through hands-on experience, training, and development opportunities

• Make a lasting impact at a site transforming its future-together, we're building something extraordinary

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