Location:
Bland, Virginia, United States of America
Job ID:
R0135226
Date Posted:
2026-06-23
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Production & Skilled Trades
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Oversee and manage daily production operations within a Hitachi manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient and high-quality output while adhering to safety and quality standards.
Job Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise a team of production operators, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
* Plan, organize, and monitor production schedules to meet targets and deadlines.
* Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and quality control procedures.
* Identify and resolve production issues, bottlenecks, and equipment malfunctions promptly.
* Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
* Maintain accurate production records, reports, and inventory levels.
* Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, quality assurance, and logistics, to ensure smooth operations.
* Conduct regular performance reviews and provide opportunities for skill development for team members.
* Operate and troubleshoot production machinery and equipment as needed.
* Manage raw material and finished goods inventory to support production requirements.
Job Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in a high-volume setting.
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
* Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
* Proficiency in using production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively interacting with all levels of the organization.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
* Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing setting.
* Flexibility to work various shifts as required by production demands.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.
