ITM Specialist

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an ITM Specialist to drive Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives at their South Boston facility. You will partner with leadership to implement ITM System practices, lead Kaizen events, and foster a culture of safety and collaboration. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or business, along with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Emphasis is placed on coaching and effective communication skills, making this role vital for operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in continuous improvement or manufacturing.
• Exposure to established Lean systems is an advantage.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Partner with factory leadership to deploy the ITM System.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and process excellence initiatives.
• Drive KPI improvements across safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Coaching

Communication

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

Tools

Lean tools

Six Sigma methodologies

Job description

.ITM Specialist page is loaded## ITM Specialistremote type: Onsitelocations: South Boston, Virginia, United States of Americatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0125633**Location:**South Boston, Virginia, United States of America**Job ID:**R0125633**Date Posted:**2026-04-09**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY USA INC**Profession (Job Category):**Engineering & Science**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:**### **The opportunity**Hitachi Energy is inviting a continuous improvement champion to join the South Boston Power Transformers Factory as an Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System Specialist. This role sits at the heart of how we operate, improve, and grow as a factory and as a business. The ITM System is our global Lean management framework, guiding how value is created, how teams collaborate, and how results are achieved across the value chain.In this role, you will help shape sustainable and transformational change by strengthening ITM System maturity, advancing process excellence, and driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost. Working closely with the Factory ITM System Leader and cross-functional teams, you will influence how strategy turns into action through daily management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement practices.This is an opportunity to build deep expertise in Lean systems, develop leadership and coaching skills, and become a trusted partner to the factory leadership team. You will be empowered to lead Kaizen events, coach teams, and bring innovative ideas to life in a collaborative manufacturing environment where learning and improvement are part of everyday work. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.### ### **How you’ll make an impact*** Partner with factory leadership to deploy the ITM System.* Support strategy deployment and Lean daily management routines.* Act as a change agent for continuous improvement and waste elimination.* Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and process excellence initiatives.* Drive KPI improvements across safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost.* Own and lead cost-out projects and coach others in execution.* Train and coach teams in ITM System tools and methods.* Promote a strong culture of safety, integrity, and accountability.### ### **Your background*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business.* 2+ years of experience in Lean, continuous improvement, or manufacturing environments.* Exposure to established Lean systems is an advantage.* Lean or Six Sigma certifications are valued.* Ability to work independently and collaboratively to deliver results.* Strong communication, coaching, and facilitation skills.### * Hitachi Energy brings purpose-driven work that helps power a more sustainable future.* You will grow through global best practices, hands-on learning, and career development opportunities.* Our culture values safety, inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning.***Equal Employment Opportunity*** ***(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities***## Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.## ## This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.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.