Production Manager - Breakers & Modules

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Production Manager to lead Breakers & Modules manufacturing operations. You will drive production performance, champion operational excellence, and develop a high-performing team to deliver world-class results.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement, while collaborating with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality functions to optimize processes and deliver innovative products for a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including 3+ years in a people leadership role.
• Experience in electrical components, circuit breakers, modular systems is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience using ERP, MRP, or other production planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end production operations for Breakers & Modules, from material intake through final shipment.
• Develop and execute production schedules that achieve customer commitments and business objectives.
• Foster a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and waste reduction initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and manufacturing teams to achieve high performance.
• Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions to improve operational results.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve processes.
• Identify and implement new technologies, automation solutions, and best practices to enhance operational performance.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

Job description

Are you ready to lead manufacturing operations that power critical electrical infrastructure around the world? Hitachi Energy is looking for a dynamic Production Manager to oversee our Breakers & Modules manufacturing operations. In this leadership role, you will drive production performance, champion operational excellence, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver exceptional results.

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

This is an exciting opportunity for a manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about continuous improvement, safety, quality, and team development. You will play a key role in optimizing production processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the delivery of innovative products that help enable a more sustainable energy future.

Working closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality, you will influence manufacturing strategy, lead improvement initiatives, and help shape the future of our operations. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, developing talent, and delivering measurable business impact, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career with a global technology leader.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead end-to-end production operations for Breakers & Modules, from material intake through final shipment.
• Develop and execute production schedules that achieve customer commitments and business objectives.
• Foster a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and waste reduction initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and manufacturing teams to achieve high performance.
• Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions to improve operational results.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve processes.
• Identify and implement new technologies, automation solutions, and best practices to enhance operational performance.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in a people leadership role.
• Experience in electrical components, circuit breakers, modular systems, or similar manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience using ERP, MRP, or other production planning systems.
• Proven leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing setting.

More about us

• Join a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.
• Benefit from career growth opportunities, ongoing learning programs, and exposure to international projects and best practices.
• Work in an inclusive, people-first environment where safety, development, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.