Lean Manufacturing Transformation Leader

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC. in South Boston, Virginia is seeking a Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader for Distribution Transformers to shape how our operations evolve and thrive.

You will guide the factory’s Lean operating system, empower teams, and accelerate world‑class execution across the value chain, partnering with the Factory Manager to deliver meaningful improvements. Lead with a focus on Lean deployment, coaching, and KPI advancement to drive sustainable performance and customer

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 manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Change leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA INC. in South Boston, Virginia is seeking a Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader for Distribution Transformers to shape how our operations evolve and thrive.

You will guide the factory’s Lean operating system, empower teams, and accelerate world‑class execution across the value chain, partnering with the Factory Manager to deliver meaningful improvements. Lead with a focus on Lean deployment, coaching, and KPI advancement to drive sustainable performance and customer