Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Leader

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Alamo, Tennessee seeks a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive manufacturing excellence through ITM Lean practices. You will lead initiatives across the factory value chain, champion safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost, and partner with operations, engineering, and supply chain to eliminate waste.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of manufacturing or process-improvement experience, with Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, materials management, quality, or process improvement.
• Proven track record driving measurable operational improvements and business results.
• Experience leading change initiatives and influencing teams without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using 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 KPIs.

Skills

Lean Management

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Visual Management

Problem Solving

Cross-functional Collaboration

SMED

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ITM Lean System

TPS (Toyota Production System)

DBS (Danaher)

Honeywell OS

Job description

About Us

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

Job Description

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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