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Continuous Improvement Specialist

Hitachi
Posted a month ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Crystal Springs, MS 39059, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Hitachi Energy USA Inc is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader for their Crystal Springs, Mississippi facility, offering a full-time position with no remote work options.
  • The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, along with a minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement.
  • Candidates should have experience with Lean systems and possess strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills.
  • The position involves driving continuous improvement initiatives, leading Kaizen events, and fostering a culture of accountability and engagement within teams.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the role emphasizes the opportunity for professional growth and making a significant impact in a transforming factory environment.

Location:

Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job ID:

R0128048

Date Posted:

2026-04-27

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Quality Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Step 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

  • Drive continuous improvement using Lean/ITM principles and tools

  • Partner across teams to eliminate waste and optimize processes

  • Lead Kaizen events to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost

  • Support deployment and maturity of the ITM system

  • Coach and train teams on Lean tools and problem-solving methods

  • Lead cost reduction initiatives and process improvements

  • Promote a culture of accountability and employee engagement

  • Influence and guide teams through sustainable change

Your Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

  • 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or process improvement

  • Experience with Lean systems (e.g., ITM, TPS, Danaher, Honeywell)

  • Strong facilitation, communication, and influencing skills

  • Ability to work across all levels in a fast-paced environment

  • Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred

More About Us

  • Be part of a global leader investing in innovation, people, and continuous improvement

  • Grow your skills through hands-on experience, training, and development opportunities

  • Make a lasting impact at a site transforming its future—together, we’re building something extraordinary

  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities



Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.


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