Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Manager
Hitachi ABB Power Grids, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544
Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Manager
Join Hitachi Energy and help shape the next era of sustainable energy. As an
Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System Leader , you will play a pivotal role in strengthening operational excellence at our
Alamo, TN Factory within the North America (NAM) Hub.
This is your chance to make a transformational impact in a company that is pioneering technologies for a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future.
In this role, you will guide the implementation and continuous advancement of our global ITM System—our Lean operating model for the Transformers business. You will partner directly with the Factory Manager and leadership team to drive breakthrough improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people development. Your expertise will influence everything from strategy deployment and daily management to process optimization and cultural transformation.
You will champion waste elimination, operational discipline, and continuous improvement across the factory value chain, empowering teams with Lean tools, coaching, and proven methodologies that elevate both performance and maturity. This is a high‑visibility position that allows you to shape the systems, behaviors, and capabilities that define how we operate.
As we continue to invest heavily in innovation, digitalization, and people development, you will have the opportunity to contribute to large-scale transformation while developing your own skillset in a diverse, purpose‑driven global organization.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Lead Strategy Deployment and connect breakthrough objectives to daily execution.
Facilitate KPI (Bowler) development, action plans, and Kaizen roadmaps.
Advance ITM System maturity across all phases of deployment.
Champion Lean tools such as 5S, DMS, LSW, VSM, and Kaizen.
Drive cost‑out, productivity, and process improvement initiatives.
Guide cross‑functional teams to improve performance and eliminate waste.
Strengthen daily management and operational routines across the factory.
Train and coach employees to build Lean capability and organizational maturity.
Support root‑cause problem solving and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Monitor and report progress using RELEX or similar improvement tracking systems.
Your Background
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business.
10+ years in Lean operating systems and continuous improvement.
Experience in manufacturing and transactional process improvement.
Demonstrated success implementing major Lean systems (Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell, etc.).
Lean/Six Sigma certification (Lean Expert, Lean Master, Black Belt) preferred.
Proven track record of delivering breakthrough, measurable results.
More About Us
We are committed to enabling a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy future.
We invest heavily in our global footprint, people, and advanced technologies.
We offer opportunities to grow, innovate, and build a meaningful career with real impact.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Health Coverage
– Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
Retirement Savings
– 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
Paid Time Off
– Flexible PTO and paid holidays
Professional Growth
– Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
Family Support
– Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits
Location Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America; Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America; Houston, Texas, United States of America; Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America; Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America; Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Quality Management
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-02-20
Reference number R0120250
About Hitachi Energy Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the Affiantative Action Plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. 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 Hitachi Energy’s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method.
For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit this website .
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Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System Leader , you will play a pivotal role in strengthening operational excellence at our
Alamo, TN Factory within the North America (NAM) Hub.
This is your chance to make a transformational impact in a company that is pioneering technologies for a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future.
In this role, you will guide the implementation and continuous advancement of our global ITM System—our Lean operating model for the Transformers business. You will partner directly with the Factory Manager and leadership team to drive breakthrough improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people development. Your expertise will influence everything from strategy deployment and daily management to process optimization and cultural transformation.
You will champion waste elimination, operational discipline, and continuous improvement across the factory value chain, empowering teams with Lean tools, coaching, and proven methodologies that elevate both performance and maturity. This is a high‑visibility position that allows you to shape the systems, behaviors, and capabilities that define how we operate.
As we continue to invest heavily in innovation, digitalization, and people development, you will have the opportunity to contribute to large-scale transformation while developing your own skillset in a diverse, purpose‑driven global organization.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Lead Strategy Deployment and connect breakthrough objectives to daily execution.
Facilitate KPI (Bowler) development, action plans, and Kaizen roadmaps.
Advance ITM System maturity across all phases of deployment.
Champion Lean tools such as 5S, DMS, LSW, VSM, and Kaizen.
Drive cost‑out, productivity, and process improvement initiatives.
Guide cross‑functional teams to improve performance and eliminate waste.
Strengthen daily management and operational routines across the factory.
Train and coach employees to build Lean capability and organizational maturity.
Support root‑cause problem solving and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Monitor and report progress using RELEX or similar improvement tracking systems.
Your Background
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business.
10+ years in Lean operating systems and continuous improvement.
Experience in manufacturing and transactional process improvement.
Demonstrated success implementing major Lean systems (Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell, etc.).
Lean/Six Sigma certification (Lean Expert, Lean Master, Black Belt) preferred.
Proven track record of delivering breakthrough, measurable results.
More About Us
We are committed to enabling a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy future.
We invest heavily in our global footprint, people, and advanced technologies.
We offer opportunities to grow, innovate, and build a meaningful career with real impact.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Health Coverage
– Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
Retirement Savings
– 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
Paid Time Off
– Flexible PTO and paid holidays
Professional Growth
– Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
Family Support
– Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits
Location Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America; Charlotte, North Carolina, United States of America; Houston, Texas, United States of America; Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America; Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America; Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Quality Management
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-02-20
Reference number R0120250
About Hitachi Energy Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the Affiantative Action Plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. 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 Hitachi Energy’s career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method.
For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit this website .
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