Production Team Leader: Efficiency, Safety & Delivery

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in South Boston, VA, is seeking a Production Line Team Leader to drive efficient, safe, high-quality manufacturing operations and meet delivery targets. You will organize resources, schedule production, and lead a team to achieve continuous improvements while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.

A bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of supervisory experience are required, with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• 2–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• MS Office proficiency; exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Experience with timekeeping systems (Kronos).
• Knowledge of workforce management and resource optimization.

Responsibilities

• Organize and allocate resources to meet production targets efficiently.
• Oversee production scheduling to align with demand plans and inventory levels.
• Identify and recommend improvements to equipment and facilities.
• Ensure timely execution of production processes and on-time delivery.
• Drive operational excellence by implementing performance improvements.
• Guide, motivate, and develop team members to achieve goals.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Resource management

MS Office

Effective communication

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP ERP

Kronos

Job description

Hitachi Energy in South Boston, VA, is seeking a Production Line Team Leader to drive efficient, safe, high-quality manufacturing operations and meet delivery targets. You will organize resources, schedule production, and lead a team to achieve continuous improvements while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.

A bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years of supervisory experience are required, with strong leadership and communication skills.