Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader

Hitachi Energy; Alamo (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Day-one benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our production team in Alamo, Tennessee. This role drives transformation across the factory value chain, leading initiatives that improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost using the ITM Lean Management System.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and eliminate waste, coaching on Lean tools such as 5S, Visual Management, Problem Solving, Standard Work, TPM, and Value Stream

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing, engineering, materials management, quality, or process improvement.
• Proven success driving measurable operational improvements and business results.
• Experience leading change initiatives and influencing teams without direct authority.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certification preferred.
• Experience with Lean operating systems such as ITM, TPS, DBS, HOS, or similar methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Hitachi Energy's ITM Lean Management System.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and eliminate process waste.
• Facilitate Kaizen, Process Excellence, and SMED events to improve operational performance.
• Drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost.
• Support the deployment and maturity of ITM practices across the factory.
• Coach and train team members on Lean tools (5S, Visual Management, Problem Solving, Standard Work, TPM, Value Stream Mapping).
• Lead cost-reduction projects that improve efficiency, productivity, and business performance.
• Foster a culture of employee engagement, accountability, and continuous learning.

Skills

Lean principles

Kaizen

Problem solving

Value stream mapping

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing / Business

Tools

ITM Lean System

Job description

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our production team in Alamo, Tennessee. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of manufacturing excellence while supporting our mission of advancing a sustainable energy future for all.

In this role, you will be a key driver of transformation across our factory value chain, leading initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost performance. Using our Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) system-a Lean management framework that guides operational excellence across our global Transformers business-you will partner with teams across the organization to eliminate waste, optimize processes, and build a culture of continuous improvement.

If you are passionate about Lean principles, enjoy solving complex problems, and thrive in environments where collaboration, coaching, and innovation create meaningful results, this role offers an incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact. Join a global organization where your ideas matter, your development is supported, and your work contributes to powering communities around the world.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Hitachi Energy's ITM Lean Management System.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and eliminate process waste.

• Facilitate Kaizen, Process Excellence, and SMED events to improve operational performance.

• Drive improvements in key performance indicators, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost.

• Support the deployment and maturity of ITM practices across the factory.

• Coach and train team members on Lean tools such as 5S, Visual Management, Problem Solving, Standard Work, TPM, and Value Stream Mapping.

• Lead cost-reduction projects that improve efficiency, productivity, and business performance.

• Foster a culture of employee engagement, accountability, and continuous learning.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, materials management, quality, or process improvement.

• Proven success driving measurable operational improvements and business results.

• Experience leading change initiatives and influencing teams without direct authority.

• Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certification preferred.

• Experience with Lean operating systems such as ITM, Toyota Production System, Danaher Business System, Honeywell Operating System, or similar methodologies.

More About Us

• Join a global leader advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work.

• Enjoy competitive pay, day-one benefits, paid training, flexible time off, and a 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match.

• Grow your career through mentorship, leadership development, and up to $10,000 annually in tuition reimbursement to support your professional goals.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.