Quality Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC. in Alamo, Tennessee, seeks a Quality Manager to translate global quality strategies into local actions, embedding high standards in daily operations and championing the voice of the customer across the factory and beyond.

You will lead cross-functional teams, drive ISO 9001 compliance, apply Lean Six Sigma tools, and monitor KPIs to support sustainable growth and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in quality within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance across all quality activities.
• Lead the factory Quality Improvement Plan aligned with global strategies.
• Embed customer feedback into quality initiatives and resolve escalations.
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance and continuous certification readiness.
• Drive quality assurance, control, and risk management practices.
• Lead corrective actions using structured problem-solving methods.
• Foster a culture of Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
• Track, analyze, and report quality KPIs to guide decision-making.

Skills

Quality management

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Data-driven

Education

Engineering/Quality related degree

Job description

Location:Alamo, Tennessee, United States of AmericaJob ID:R0128792Date Posted:2026-04-30Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityStep into a role where quality processes, and experiences across the factory and beyond. Hitachi Alamo is seeking a Quality Manager. You will translate global and regional quality strategies into meaningful local actions, ensuring high standards are embedded into daily operations. By championing the voice of the customer and using data-driven insights, you will elevate performance, strengthen trust, and support sustainable growth. Collaboration is at the core of this role partnering closely with cross‑functional teams, regional stakeholders, and customers to solve challenges and unlock better ways of working.If you are motivated by impact, enjoy leading people and change, and want to shape the future of energy through excellence in quality, this role offers scope, visibility, and support to grow your career while making a real difference.How You’ll Make an ImpactChampion health, safety, and environmental compliance across all quality activitiesLead the factory Quality Improvement Plan aligned with global strategiesEmbed customer feedback into quality initiatives and resolve escalationsEnsure ISO 9001 compliance and continuous certification readinessDrive quality assurance, control, and risk management practicesLead corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodsFoster a culture of Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvementTrack, analyze, and report quality KPIs to guide decision-makingYour BackgroundDegree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field5+ years of quality experience within a manufacturing environmentPrior leadership or people-development experienceStrong knowledge of quality management systems and ISO standardsExperience with Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement toolsProven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives using dataMore About UsAt Hitachi Energy, we advance a sustainable energy future with innovation and integrityYou will join a collaborative, values-driven culture that invests in learning and developmentWe offer global career paths, meaningful work, and the chance to grow with impactResponsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesEqual Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.