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About this Continuous Improvement Specialist role at Hitachi

Hitachi · Onsite · South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Location:

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID:

R0118482

Date Posted:

2026-02-04

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Quality Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as we shape the future of operational excellence within our South Boston Power Transformer Factory. As an Integrated Lean Systems Specialist, you’ll play a central role in driving sustainable, transformational change across our entire value chain. You’ll help strengthen our global Lean management system, elevate process performance, and support teams in achieving meaningful improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Cost. This is a dynamic opportunity to influence how an advanced manufacturing organization operates and grows—while building your own capabilities in continuous improvement, coaching, and leadership. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How you’ll make an impact

  • Support the development and deployment of the Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System.
  • Partner across functions to advance Lean maturity and daily management systems.
  • Champion a continuous improvement culture focused on waste elimination.
  • Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and process excellence initiatives.
  • Drive optimization of key performance indicators using ITM tools and methods.
  • Own and deliver Cost-out projects and coach others in their execution.
  • Train and mentor employees to strengthen Lean and ITM System capabilities.
  • Model Hitachi Energy’s commitment to safety, integrity, and accountability.

Your background

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
  • 2+ years’ experience in Lean systems, continuous improvement, manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement.
  • Exposure to major Lean systems (Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell, etc.) is advantageous.
  • Lean/Six Sigma certifications (Lean Practitioner, Green Belt, etc.) are a plus.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.
  • Skilled in coaching, training, and driving cross-functional results.

More about us

  • Hitachi Energy empowers every team member to build a meaningful and impactful career.
  • You’ll have access to global learning, development programs, and advancement pathways.
  • We foster an inclusive environment where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement thrive.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Protected 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.

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About Hitachi

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smar

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