Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0112779Date Posted:2025-11-24Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAre you passionate about driving real, sustainable change? Join Hitachi Energy as our Continuous Improvement Leader, Digital Transformation for the North American Hub and become the catalyst for operational excellence across our transformer factories and functional teams. In this highly visible role, you’ll partner with leaders at every level to embed Lean thinking, champion continuous improvement, and deliver breakthrough results that shape the future of our business. You’ll have the chance to influence strategy, coach teams, and see your impact in measurable business outcomes. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are energized by the challenge of transforming organizations, this is your opportunity to make a difference on a global scale. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Partner with cross-functional leaders to develop and execute strategy deployment.</li><li>Facilitate breakthrough objectives, action plans, and Kaizen initiatives.</li><li>Lead the implementation and maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System.</li><li>Champion Lean tools and methods such as 5S, Daily Management, and Value Stream Mapping.</li><li>Drive KPI optimization and process improvement across factories and functions.</li><li>Lead cost-out and productivity projects to achieve business targets.</li><li>Train and coach teams to build continuous improvement capability.</li><li>Foster a coaching culture focused on engagement and accountability.</li><li>Collaborate with digital, IT, and business process teams to maximize productivity.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business.</li><li>15+ years’ experience in Lean management, continuous improvement, or manufacturing.</li><li>Proven success implementing major Lean systems (e.g., Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell).</li><li>Lean/Six Sigma certification (Lean Master, Black Belt, etc.).</li><li>Experience with SAP S/4HANA and business process flow.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to deliver breakthrough results and lead change.</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>At Hitachi Energy, you’ll join a diverse, inclusive team committed to innovation and sustainability.</li><li>We offer opportunities for professional growth, global collaboration, and continuous learning.</li><li>Be part of a company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.</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, Digital Transformation

Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0112779Date Posted:2025-11-24Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAre you passionate about driving real, sustainable change? Join Hitachi Energy as our Continuous Improvement Leader, Digital Transformation for the North American Hub and become the catalyst for operational excellence across our transformer factories and functional teams. In this highly visible role, you’ll partner with leaders at every level to embed Lean thinking, champion continuous improvement, and deliver breakthrough results that shape the future of our business. You’ll have the chance to influence strategy, coach teams, and see your impact in measurable business outcomes. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are energized by the challenge of transforming organizations, this is your opportunity to make a difference on a global scale. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Partner with cross-functional leaders to develop and execute strategy deployment.</li><li>Facilitate breakthrough objectives, action plans, and Kaizen initiatives.</li><li>Lead the implementation and maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System.</li><li>Champion Lean tools and methods such as 5S, Daily Management, and Value Stream Mapping.</li><li>Drive KPI optimization and process improvement across factories and functions.</li><li>Lead cost-out and productivity projects to achieve business targets.</li><li>Train and coach teams to build continuous improvement capability.</li><li>Foster a coaching culture focused on engagement and accountability.</li><li>Collaborate with digital, IT, and business process teams to maximize productivity.</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business.</li><li>15+ years’ experience in Lean management, continuous improvement, or manufacturing.</li><li>Proven success implementing major Lean systems (e.g., Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell).</li><li>Lean/Six Sigma certification (Lean Master, Black Belt, etc.).</li><li>Experience with SAP S/4HANA and business process flow.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to deliver breakthrough results and lead change.</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>At Hitachi Energy, you’ll join a diverse, inclusive team committed to innovation and sustainability.</li><li>We offer opportunities for professional growth, global collaboration, and continuous learning.</li><li>Be part of a company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.</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>

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