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About this Team Lead - Materials role at Hitachi

Hitachi · Onsite · Michigan City, Indiana, United States

Location:

Michigan City, Indiana, United States

Job ID:

R0145784

Date Posted:

2026-09-24

Company Name:

HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Summary of the position:

The Materials Team Lead is a highly visible front-line role on the Team, which will require leadership skills and relationship management responsibilities.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Assist Supervisor in, and lead in Supervisor’s absence, the day-to-day allocation of resources to achieve production targets.
  • Identify, develop, and implement best practices in safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost reduction.
  • Understand and communicate work priorities based on customer needs and resource availability.
  • Ensure the team has all necessary parts, tools, information, and instructions in their area.
  • Report all barriers to production with a sense of urgency.
  • Use problem-solving skills and root cause analysis to resolve and/or mitigate operational issues.
  • Assist in training employees on the weekly safety topics and ensure compliance to all safety policies.
  • Read, interpret, and follow basic engineering drawings, P&I, assembly drawings, WD drawings, specifications, work instructions, bills of materials, and other written instructions.
  • Have the aptitude to learn, perform, and then ultimately train others to perform all production tasks in their assigned area.
  • Understand quality specifications and inspection criteria in the work areas and train others to the same.
  • Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
  • Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and overhead cranes.
  • Ensure use of proper material handling practices and maintain inventory control through accurate transactions.
  • Promote a culture of inclusion and teamwork to ensure a high performing team.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associate’s degree or other post high school training (2 years duration) preferred
  • Supply Chain Management certification, such as CLA and CLT, a plus

Professional experience:

  • Ability to work as a team member and lead a team requiring minimal supervision.
  • Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to determine root causes of problems and prevent reoccurrences.
  • Willingness to cross-train and train others.

Key behaviors:

  • Lifting up to 35 lbs, lifting over 35 lbs. requires a lifting device, crane, or assistance from another associate
  • Standing and walking minimum of 8 hours, must be able to bend/stoop, squat/crouch, kneel and twist
  • Must understand and comply with the Safety Standards of Hitachi Global Air Power
  • Ability to work flexible shifts and overtime
  • Assertive, Passionate, Critical Thinking, Process Driven, Good Communication Skills, Team Oriented

Direct reports:

  • N/A

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The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.

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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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