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As our TPM Continuous Improvement Leader (Integrated Transformer Management) (ITM) System Leader, you will guide the evolution of our Lean management system while shaping how our transformer factories operate today-and far into the future. This is a high-visibility opportunity to empower teams, elevate equipment reliability, and strengthen a culture where process excellence and innovation thrive. You will partner with factory leaders, maintenance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to deploy TPM best practices, optimize performance, and advance ITM maturity.\nIf you are driven by purpose, energized by transformation, and inspired by building people capability, this role gives you the platform to influence real change. You will create impact through strategy, coaching, problem solving, and measurable improvements in KPIs that matter. This is your chance to shape how an entire business runs-while helping us deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality energy solutions that power the world.\nPosition will be located in Bland, VA.\nHow You’ll Make an Impact\nLead TPM deployment and strengthen equipment reliability across NAM sites.\n\nFacilitate breakthrough objectives, KPI development, and Kaizen planning.\n\nChampion waste elimination through Lean daily management and visual systems.\n\nDrive ITM maturity assessments and implement targeted improvement actions.\n\nOptimize maintenance KPIs and mentor teams on using ITM tools effectively.\n\nLead cost-out initiatives and support root-cause problem solving.\n\nTrain and coach teams in ITM, TPM, and continuous improvement methods.\n\nIdentify and integrate best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.\n\nYour Background\nBachelor’s degree in engineering or business, and + years in Lean systems, continuous improvement, manufacturing, engineering, or TPM deployment.\n\nExperience implementing recognized operating systems (e.g., TPS, DBS, HOS).\n\nHands-on experience with CMMS, Autonomous Maintenance, and maintenance KPIs.\n\nProven track record delivering measurable improvements including OEE gains.\n\nStrong communicator and collaborator with the ability to influence without authority.\n\nLean/Six Sigma certifications preferred\n\nMore About Us\nWe invest in growth-your skills, your career path, and your ability to lead transformation.\n\nYou’ll join a global team committed to safety, integrity, quality, and positive impact.\n\nEvery day brings opportunities to innovate, solve meaningful challenges, and shape the future of sustainable energy.\n\nResponsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.\nEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/ProtectedVeterans/Individuals with Disabilities\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 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