Digital Lean Transformation Leader

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Jefferson City, MO seeks a Digital Lean Transformation Leader to blend Lean manufacturing with digital solutions, improving safety, quality, delivery, inventory and cost.

You will lead cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, and leadership, drive Kaizen events, build KPI visibility with Power BI, and digitize manual processes using Power Apps. The role offers a collaborative, inclusive environment and opportunity to influence change, turn strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 2+ years in manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, operations, or process improvement.
• Experience leading Kaizen events or similar improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across functions.
• Lean, Six Sigma certification preferred; ITM experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and ITM principles supported by digital technologies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning.
• Facilitate Kaizen events utilizing tools such as 5S, visual management, daily management, and value stream mapping.
• Develop and maintain KPI visibility through Power BI dashboards and performance reviews.
• Drive the digitization of manual processes using Power Apps and other low-code technologies.
• Lead productivity and cost optimization initiatives through data-driven analysis and problem-solving.
• Coach teams and leaders in Lean methodologies, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement practices.
• Support ITM assessments, action plans, and the implementation of standardized ways of working.

Skills

Lean principles

Problem-solving

Kaizen facilitation

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Stakeholder influence

Data-driven decision making

Education

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

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

ITM systems (or equivalent)

Job description

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Jefferson City, MO seeks a Digital Lean Transformation Leader to blend Lean manufacturing with digital solutions, improving safety, quality, delivery, inventory and cost.

You will lead cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, and leadership, drive Kaizen events, build KPI visibility with Power BI, and digitize manual processes using Power Apps. The role offers a collaborative, inclusive environment and opportunity to influence change, turn strategic