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Continuous Improvement Specialist

Hitachi


Job Location:

Crystal Springs, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Crystal Springs Mississippi United States of America

Job ID:

R0128048

Date Posted:

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 Energys Crystal Springs facility youll 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.

Youll 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. Youll 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 Youll 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

  • Bachelors 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 futuretogether were 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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Required Experience:

IC


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