Inventory Lead - 3rd Shift

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an Inventory Lead for the overnight shift to supervise a small team and ensure accurate inventory, timely material availability, and efficient warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will audit inventory, resolve discrepancies, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with internal and external regulations. This role blends hands-on leadership with process optimization to support production commitments and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years in inventory control, warehouse, or materials management with leadership experience.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems (SAP, Oracle) for inventory accuracy.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support 3rd shift inventory team members to achieve safety, quality, and operational goals.
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory activities to maintain accurate records.
• Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate receiving, put-away, picking, and material staging to support production requirements.
• Safely operate forklifts and promote a safety-first culture.
• Maintain accurate inventory transactions and records within ERP/WMS.
• Partner with production, purchasing, and logistics to ensure material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize inventory processes and reduce waste.

Skills

Inventory leadership

Cycle counting

ERP/WMS (SAP/Oracle)

Forklift operation

Team coaching

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Location: Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Schedule: Full time

The Opportunity Ready to take the lead in a critical operation that keeps manufacturing moving? Hitachi Energy is seeking an Inventory Lead, 3rd Shift to oversee overnight inventory and material flow activities that support production success. In this role, you will lead a small team while ensuring inventory accuracy, material availability, and efficient warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be a key contributor to operational excellence by coordinating inventory transactions, conducting audits and cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to combine hands-on warehouse experience with leadership responsibilities, helping to improve processes, reduce waste, and ensure production teams have the materials they need to meet customer commitments. If you are a detail-oriented leader who enjoys problem-solving, driving efficiency, and supporting team success, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a global organization dedicated to innovation and sustainability. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead, coach, and support 3rd shift inventory team members to achieve safety, quality, and operational goals.
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory activities to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate receiving, put-away, picking, and material staging activities to support production requirements.
• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment while promoting a safety-first culture.
• Maintain accurate inventory transactions and records within ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Partner with production, purchasing, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that optimize inventory processes, improve efficiency, and reduce waste.

Your Background

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of inventory control, warehouse, or materials management experience, including leadership or lead experience.
• Experience using ERP and Warehouse Management Systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, cycle counting, and inventory accuracy processes.
• Valid forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification, with experience operating material handling equipment.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently on an overnight shift.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you will help advance a more sustainable energy future while working with talented teams across the globe. We invest in our people through continuous learning, career development opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, inclusion, and innovation. Join an organization where safety, integrity, and operational excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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Vision and Innovation

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting.

To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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