Lean Transformation Lead

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader for its Crystal Springs, Mississippi facility, where continuous improvement is at the heart of operations. You’ll lead Lean/ITM initiatives across the value stream, coaching teams and driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Working hands-on in our Focus Factory, you’ll partner with cross-functional teams, deploy Kaizen events, and influence a culture of accountability, engagement, and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement.
• Experience with Lean systems (e.g., ITM, TPS, Danaher, Honeywell).
• Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement using Lean/ITM principles and tools.
• Partner across teams to eliminate waste and optimize processes.
• Lead Kaizen events to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Support deployment and maturity of the ITM system.
• Coach and train teams on Lean tools and problem-solving methods.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
• Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement.
• Influence and guide teams through sustainable change.

Skills

Lean principles

Facilitation

Cross-functional collaboration

Influencing

Lean ITM system

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

ITM

TPS

Danaher tools

Honeywell systems

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader for its Crystal Springs, Mississippi facility, where continuous improvement is at the heart of operations. You’ll lead Lean/ITM initiatives across the value stream, coaching teams and driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Working hands-on in our Focus Factory, you’ll partner with cross-functional teams, deploy Kaizen events, and influence a culture of accountability, engagement, and innovation.