TPM Continuous Improvement Leader

Hitachi • Bland, VA

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The TPM Continuous Improvement Leader (Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System Leader) will guide the evolution of Hitachi Energy’s Lean management system and improve operations across its North America Hub transformer factories. The role partners with factory leaders, maintenance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to deploy TPM best practices, optimize performance, strengthen equipment reliability, and advance ITM maturity. It is based in Bland, Virginia.

The position focuses on strategy, coaching, problem solving, and measurable KPI improvements while building team capability and supporting safe, reliable, high-quality energy solutions. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business.
• Experience in Lean systems, continuous improvement, manufacturing, engineering, or TPM deployment; the posting gives no number of years.
• Experience implementing recognized operating systems such as TPS, DBS, or HOS.
• Hands-on experience with CMMS, Autonomous Maintenance, and maintenance KPIs.
• A proven track record delivering measurable improvements, including OEE gains.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence without authority.

Nice To Haves

• Lean or Six Sigma certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead TPM deployment and strengthen equipment reliability across North America sites.
• Facilitate breakthrough objectives, KPI development, and Kaizen planning.
• Champion waste elimination through Lean daily management and visual systems.
• Drive ITM maturity assessments and implement targeted improvement actions.
• Optimize maintenance KPIs and mentor teams on using ITM tools effectively.
• Lead cost-out initiatives and support root-cause problem solving.
• Train and coach teams in ITM, TPM, and continuous improvement methods.
• Identify and integrate best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Benefits

• Investment in employees’ skills, career paths, and ability to lead transformation.
• Opportunities to innovate, solve meaningful challenges, and shape the future of sustainable energy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time