Location:Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0103682Date Posted:2025-08-15Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityJoin Hitachi Energy in Jefferson City, MO as a Continuous Improvement Leader and be a driving force behind transformational change in our manufacturing operations. In this role, you’ll lead initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost performance across the factory value chain. You’ll work with passionate teams, apply proven Lean methodologies, and help shape a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead and facilitate Kaizen events to optimize key performance indicators.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to eliminate waste and improve processes.</li><li>Drive adoption and maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) system.</li><li>Coach and train teams on Lean tools and methods.</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement.</li><li>Lead cost-out projects and support others in their execution.</li><li>Support visual management, standard work, TPM, and daily management practices.</li><li>Champion safety and integrity in all aspects of the role.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, materials management, or process improvement.</li><li>Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering impactful results.</li><li>Skilled in influencing teams and challenging conventional approaches.</li><li>Experience with ITM, TPS, DBS, HOS, or similar systems.</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>At Hitachi Energy, we empower our people to grow through hands-on experience and continuous learning.</li><li>We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where innovation thrives.</li><li>Join a global leader committed to sustainability, technology, and shaping the</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>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 <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website.  Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This 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.</h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Continuous Improvement Leader

Location:Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0103682Date Posted:2025-08-15Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityJoin Hitachi Energy in Jefferson City, MO as a Continuous Improvement Leader and be a driving force behind transformational change in our manufacturing operations. In this role, you’ll lead initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost performance across the factory value chain. You’ll work with passionate teams, apply proven Lean methodologies, and help shape a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead and facilitate Kaizen events to optimize key performance indicators.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams to eliminate waste and improve processes.</li><li>Drive adoption and maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) system.</li><li>Coach and train teams on Lean tools and methods.</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement.</li><li>Lead cost-out projects and support others in their execution.</li><li>Support visual management, standard work, TPM, and daily management practices.</li><li>Champion safety and integrity in all aspects of the role.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.</li><li>5+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, materials management, or process improvement.</li><li>Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred.</li><li>Proven track record of delivering impactful results.</li><li>Skilled in influencing teams and challenging conventional approaches.</li><li>Experience with ITM, TPS, DBS, HOS, or similar systems.</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>At Hitachi Energy, we empower our people to grow through hands-on experience and continuous learning.</li><li>We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where innovation thrives.</li><li>Join a global leader committed to sustainability, technology, and shaping the</li></ul>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>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 <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. &nbsp;Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This 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.</h2>

Continuous Improvement Leader

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