Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System Leader (Digital Transformation)

Hitachi • Jefferson City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The opportunity Powering a more sustainable energy future takes more than great technology—it takes teams who continuously improve how work gets done. At Hitachi Energy, this role brings together Lean operating system practices and digital enablement to create measurable, lasting progress across a factory value chain. You’ll be at the center of transformation in Jefferson City, partnering across functions to reduce waste, strengthen daily management, and turn operational data into clear priorities and faster decisions. If you enjoy blending hands-on improvement work with modern tools—like Power BI and low-code apps—to elevate performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost, this is a chance to build momentum that people can feel every day on the floor and in the numbers. You’ll lead Kaizens, coach teams, and help create an improvement culture where transparency, learning, and practical experimentation are part of the way work happens—day after day. Bring your curiosity, your operational mindset, and your passion for continuous learning. Join a team that believes Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation and is focused on making energy more accessible, reliable, and sustainable for communities worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, materials management, quality, and/or process improvement.
• Demonstrated Kaizen leadership and facilitation skills, with ability to influence across levels and functions.
• Working knowledge of Power BI (data modeling, visualization, and performance management).
• Experience with Power Apps or other low-code platforms to automate workflows and improve data accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Lean training/certification and/or Six Sigma certification preferred; experience with ITM, TPS, DBS, HOS, or similar operating systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement using ITM (Lean) fundamentals, strengthened through digital enablement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to build a continuous improvement and digital mindset across the extended value stream.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events using ITM tools (5S, visual management, daily management, standard work, value stream mapping, TPM, leader standard work).
• Build and sustain KPI performance visibility through Power BI dashboards used in performance reviews.
• Digitize manual processes with Power Apps (or similar low-code tools) for data capture, audits, and workflows.
• Support ITM assessments, action plans, and process standardization to grow factory-wide maturity.
• Lead cost-out and productivity projects using Lean methods and data analytics to validate and sustain benefits.
• Coach leaders and teams on problem-solving, ITM tools, and data-driven decision-making to strengthen engagement and accountability
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Benefits

• Work with a purpose: help advance a more sustainable energy system that supports communities and industry.
• Grow with support: learn from others, build new digital and operational excellence skills, and expand career options across a global organization.
• Thrive in an inclusive culture: collaboration and diverse perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level