Weekend OPD Manufacturing Supervisor

hitachi; Alamo (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Alamo, Tennessee is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead our weekend night shift, guiding a team of production employees to meet safety, quality, and delivery goals. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes coaching, accountability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced plant environment.

The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, manage resources, and foster a culture of safety and collaboration during Friday through Sunday night shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with 2+ years manufacturing experience, or an equivalent mix
• Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, clean, and compliant work environment
• Supervise, train, and assign work to production employees
• Monitor and achieve KPIs including safety, delivery, and productivity
• Schedule work, track progress, and adjust priorities as needed
• Address production, technical, and logistics challenges
• Analyze performance data to improve operations and reduce rework

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Decision making

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Location

Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America

Job ID

R0131104

Date Posted

2026-05-26

Company Name

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category)

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

Job Description

The Opportunity

Step into a leadership role where your impact is visible every shift. Hitachi Energy is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead operations during our weekend night shift in Alamo, TN. In this role, you’ll guide a team of production employees, ensuring work is executed efficiently, safely, and on schedule to meet customer commitments and operational goals.

This is a hands‑on opportunity to lead, coach, and inspire a team in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. You’ll balance people leadership with operational excellence—driving performance, optimizing resources, and strengthening a culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

If you thrive in dynamic settings, enjoy solving challenges, and are motivated by helping teams succeed, this role offers a rewarding path to grow your leadership skills and influence meaningful outcomes.

This is an overnight Weekend Production Supervisor opportunity. Hours are 4:30PM-5:00PM - 5:30AM Friday through Sunday.

How you'll make an impact

• Ensure a safe, clean, and compliant work environment
• Supervise, train, and assign work to production employees
• Monitor and achieve KPIs including safety, delivery, and productivity
• Schedule work, track progress, and adjust priorities as needed
• Address production, technical, and logistics challenges
• Analyze performance data to improve operations and reduce rework

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

• Manage timekeeping and maintain accurate employee records
• Coach team members, resolve conflicts, and build engagement

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years manufacturing experience; OR associate degree with 4+ years; OR high school diploma/GED with 8+ years
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions

Effective communication skills across all organizational levels

Hours are 4:30PM-5:00PM - 5:30AM Friday through Sunday.

More about us

• Be part of a global leader advancing a sustainable energy future
• Access ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities
• Work in an inclusive environment where collaboration and innovation thrive

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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