Production Manager
The Opportunity
Are you excited by the challenge of leading manufacturing operations that make a real impact? As a Production Manager at Hitachi Energy, you will play a key role in driving safe, efficient, and high-quality production while supporting a collaborative and continuous-improvement culture.
partner closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Process teams to optimize workflows, reduce non-value-added activities, and deliver products on time with excellence.
This is an opportunity to lead people, processes, and performance in a fast-paced environment, while developing teams and strengthening operational capabilities. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, developing others, and contributing to a purpose-driven organization, this role offers a meaningful next step in your career.
How you'll make an impact
- Lead production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
- Coordinate people, equipment, and processes to meet production demand
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-reduction efforts
- Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality to optimize production plans
- Ensure production schedules and maintenance activities minimize disruptions
- Develop, coach, and motivate teams to achieve operational excellence
- Set clear goals and monitor performance for direct and indirect team members
- Support customer visits by presenting manufacturing capabilities when needed
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Ensures compliance with Company and Factory health, safety and environmental directives and that regulations are implemented, while monitoring and reporting progress.
Your background
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or production operations
- Experience leading teams in an operational environment
- Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience
- Working knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations
- Strong communication skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders
More about us
- Be part of a global, purpose-driven organization focused on sustainable energy solutions
- Grow your career through leadership development, learning, and internal mobility
- Join a collaborative workplace that values safety, innovation, and inclusion
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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