Lean Transformation Leader - Manufacturing & ITM

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Crystal Springs, Mississippi is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive Lean/ITM-enabled transformation across the value stream. You will coach teams, lead Kaizen events, and advance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Join a global organization with strong local roots where your work shapes operations, culture, and results. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and deploy ITM as the backbone of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement.
• Lean systems experience (e.g., ITM, TPS, Danaher, Honeywell).
• Strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work across all levels in a fast-paced environment.
• 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 management

Facilitation

Change management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business

Tools

ITM Lean system

Job description

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Crystal Springs, Mississippi is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive Lean/ITM-enabled transformation across the value stream. You will coach teams, lead Kaizen events, and advance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Join a global organization with strong local roots where your work shapes operations, culture, and results. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and deploy ITM as the backbone of