Lean Continuous Improvement Leader – Manufacturing

Hitachi, Ltd.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in South Boston, VA, is seeking a Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader to drive Lean operating system deployment across the distribution transformers factory. You will partner with the Factory Manager and leadership team to accelerate operational excellence and deliver breakthrough improvements.

You will build Lean capability through coaching and mentoring, elevate KPIs with cross-functional teams, and champion a culture of engagement and accountability to sustain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business.
• 10+ years in Lean operating systems and continuous improvement within manufacturing or transactional environments.
• Experience implementing major Lean systems (Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell or similar).
• Lean/Six Sigma certifications (Lean Master, Lean Expert, Black Belt) preferred.
• Demonstrated success delivering breakthrough improvements.
• Strong communication, influence and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and maturity growth of the ITM System across the factory.
• Drive breakthrough improvement using Lean tools such as 5S, Daily Management and Value Stream Mapping.
• Facilitate strategy deployment, goal-setting, Kaizen planning and Leader Standard Work.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to elevate KPIs and optimize processes.
• Lead cost-out and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Build Lean capability through coaching, training and mentoring.
• Champion a culture of engagement, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure sustained performance through structured problem-solving and gap-closure actions.

Skills

Lean

Leadership

Communication

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Job description

Hitachi Energy in South Boston, VA, is seeking a Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader to drive Lean operating system deployment across the distribution transformers factory. You will partner with the Factory Manager and leadership team to accelerate operational excellence and deliver breakthrough improvements.

You will build Lean capability through coaching and mentoring, elevate KPIs with cross-functional teams, and champion a culture of engagement and accountability to sustain