Process Engineering Manager

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

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Manufacturing Process Manager in Crystal Springs, MS to optimize production processes and drive Lean initiatives. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to deliver operational excellence and scalable manufacturing solutions.

This role focuses on safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance, applying data-driven decision making to support business growth and new product introductions in a dynamic manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelors in a technical field (Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing)
• 5+ years in process engineering, manufacturing, or production operations
• Strong knowledge of process design, optimization, validation, and problem-solving methods
• Experience leading Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Ability to analyze data, monitor KPIs, and drive improvements
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and cost performance.
• Collaborate with production, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to drive operational excellence.
• Lead and support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze KPIs and production data to identify opportunities and guide decisions.
• Support process validation and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in equipment installation, technology upgrades, and startup projects.
• Provide technical guidance and training to production and engineering teams.
• Support new product introductions with robust, scalable processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

KPIs & analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, we are transforming the future of manufacturing through innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. We are looking for a skilled and driven Manufacturing Process Manager to help optimize production processes, improve operational performance, and support the delivery of world-class products.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing scalable manufacturing processes, driving Lean initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. You will work at the intersection of engineering and operations, applying technical expertise and data-driven decision making to solve complex challenges and support business growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a process improvement professional who enjoys leading projects, influencing change, and implementing innovative manufacturing solutions. You'll have the chance to work with advanced technologies, support new product introductions, enhance production capabilities, and contribute to initiatives that make a real impact across the organization.

If you are passionate about continuous improvement, operational excellence, and creating smarter manufacturing environments, we invite you to join a team where your ideas and expertise will help shape the future of energy.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and cost performance.
• Collaborate with production, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to drive operational excellence.
• Lead and support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze KPIs and production data to identify improvement opportunities and guide decision making.
• Support process validation activities and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in equipment installation, technology upgrades, and manufacturing startup projects.
• Provide technical guidance and training to production and engineering teams.
• Support new product introductions by developing robust and scalable manufacturing processes.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or production operations.
• Strong knowledge of process design, optimization, validation, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Proven ability to analyze data, monitor KPIs, and implement effective process improvements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across diverse teams.

More About Us

• Join a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.
• Grow your career through challenging projects, continuous learning opportunities, and access to world-class expertise.
• Be part of an inclusive culture that values safety, integrity, teamwork, and professional development.

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