Lean Transformation Leader - Manufacturing

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in South Boston, VA seeks a Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader to shape Lean operating systems and drive world-class execution.

You will guide the factory’s Lean program, empower teams, and partner with the Factory Manager to deliver breakthrough improvements across value streams. You will lead ITM System deployment, coach lean capability, and drive cost-out initiatives while fostering accountability, coaching culture, and sustained performance through structured

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

Change management

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related

Tools

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in South Boston, VA seeks a Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader to shape Lean operating systems and drive world-class execution.

You will guide the factory’s Lean program, empower teams, and partner with the Factory Manager to deliver breakthrough improvements across value streams. You will lead ITM System deployment, coach lean capability, and drive cost-out initiatives while fostering accountability, coaching culture, and sustained performance through structured