Location:Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0128048Date Posted:2026-04-27Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div>The OpportunityStep into a role where your ideas drive real transformation. As a Continuous Improvement Leader at Hitachi Energy’s Crystal Springs facility, you’ll play a key role in shaping how we operate, grow, and succeed. This is00an opportunity to influence a factory on the rise, where continuous improvement is at the heart of everything we do.You’ll work hands-on within our Focus Factory, using our Lean Management system (ITM) to lead meaningful change across the entire value stream. From enhancing safety and quality to improving delivery and cost performance, your work will directly impact our operational success. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, coach others, and help build a culture rooted in accountability, engagement, and innovation.If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are energized by seeing the tangible results of your work, this is your chance to make a difference. Join a global organization with strong local roots, where your voice is heard, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible every day.How You'll Make an Impact<ul><li>Drive continuous improvement using Lean/ITM principles and tools</li><li>Partner across teams to eliminate waste and optimize processes</li><li>Lead Kaizen events to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost</li><li>Support deployment and maturity of the ITM system</li><li>Coach and train teams on Lean tools and problem-solving methods</li><li>Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement</li><li>Influence and guide teams through sustainable change</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field</li><li>1+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement</li><li>Experience with Lean systems (e.g., ITM, TPS, Danaher, Honeywell)</li><li>Strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills</li><li>Ability to work across all levels in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>Be part of a global leader investing in innovation, people, and continuous improvement</li><li>Grow your skills through hands-on experience, training, and development opportunities</li><li>Make a lasting impact at a site transforming its future—together, we’re building something extraordinary</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.</li></ul></div>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities. Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected 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.This accommodation channel 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a>

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 Specialist

Location:Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of AmericaJob ID: R0128048Date Posted:2026-04-27Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Quality ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:<div>The OpportunityStep into a role where your ideas drive real transformation. As a Continuous Improvement Leader at Hitachi Energy’s Crystal Springs facility, you’ll play a key role in shaping how we operate, grow, and succeed. This is00an opportunity to influence a factory on the rise, where continuous improvement is at the heart of everything we do.You’ll work hands-on within our Focus Factory, using our Lean Management system (ITM) to lead meaningful change across the entire value stream. From enhancing safety and quality to improving delivery and cost performance, your work will directly impact our operational success. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, coach others, and help build a culture rooted in accountability, engagement, and innovation.If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are energized by seeing the tangible results of your work, this is your chance to make a difference. Join a global organization with strong local roots, where your voice is heard, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible every day.How You'll Make an Impact<ul><li>Drive continuous improvement using Lean/ITM principles and tools</li><li>Partner across teams to eliminate waste and optimize processes</li><li>Lead Kaizen events to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost</li><li>Support deployment and maturity of the ITM system</li><li>Coach and train teams on Lean tools and problem-solving methods</li><li>Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement</li><li>Influence and guide teams through sustainable change</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field</li><li>1+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement</li><li>Experience with Lean systems (e.g., ITM, TPS, Danaher, Honeywell)</li><li>Strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills</li><li>Ability to work across all levels in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>Be part of a global leader investing in innovation, people, and continuous improvement</li><li>Grow your skills through hands-on experience, training, and development opportunities</li><li>Make a lasting impact at a site transforming its future—together, we’re building something extraordinary</li><li>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.</li></ul></div>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities. Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected 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.This accommodation channel 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a>

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