Lean ITM Specialist: Lead Kaizen & Process Improvement

Hitachi Energy; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy’s South Boston Power Transformers Factory seeks an Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System Specialist to lead lean transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. You will partner with factory leadership to deploy the ITM framework, coach teams, and run Kaizen events that improve safety, quality, delivery, inventory and cost metrics.

The role offers exposure to global best practices, development of leadership skills, and a collaborative environment where problem

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Lean

Continuous improvement

Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Job description

Hitachi Energy’s South Boston Power Transformers Factory seeks an Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System Specialist to lead lean transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. You will partner with factory leadership to deploy the ITM framework, coach teams, and run Kaizen events that improve safety, quality, delivery, inventory and cost metrics.

The role offers exposure to global best practices, development of leadership skills, and a collaborative environment where problem