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Continuous Improvement Leader
Summary
Digital Lean Transformation Leader, you will have the opportunity to drive meaningful change by combining Lean manufacturing principles with modern digital solutions to enhance operational performance across our Jefferson City facility.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
In this highly visible role, you'll partner with teams across operations, engineering, quality, materials, and leadership to create smarter ways of working. You'll help transform data into insights, streamline processes, and foster a culture where continuous improvement is part of everyday work. From leading impactful Kaizen events to implementing digital tools that increase efficiency and transparency, your contributions will help improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost performance.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, empowering teams, and turning strategic goals into measurable results. You'll have the freedom to influence change, introduce innovative ideas, and build sustainable improvements that make a real difference. At Hitachi Energy, you'll join a collaborative and inclusive environment where curiosity is encouraged, development is supported, and your work directly contributes to advancing a more sustainable energy future.
Responsibilities
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and ITM principles supported by digital technologies.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning.
- Facilitate Kaizen events utilizing tools such as 5S, visual management, daily management, and value stream mapping.
- Develop and maintain KPI visibility through Power BI dashboards and performance reviews.
- Drive the digitization of manual processes using Power Apps and other low-code technologies.
- Lead productivity and cost optimization initiatives through data-driven analysis and problem-solving.
- Coach teams and leaders in Lean methodologies, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement practices.
- Support ITM assessments, action plans, and the implementation of standardized ways of working.
Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, operations, or process improvement environments.
- Experience leading Kaizen events, continuous improvement projects, or operational excellence initiatives.
- Strong problem-solving skills with experience facilitating root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Experience influencing stakeholders and collaborating across multiple functions and organizational levels.
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification preferred; experience with ITM or similar operating systems is a plus.
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