Continuous Improvement Manager

The opportunity

For our business unit High Voltage based in Lodi, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to lead strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manufacturing costs. This role is essential for driving profitability and continuous improvement across our production operations.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Analyze product designs, manufacturing methods, and internal processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize operational efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead changes in product design and manufacturing techniques to improve performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies such as:
• 5S
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
• Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED)
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Kaizen
• Manage large-scale projects or processes with minimal supervision.
• Mentor, coach, and delegate tasks to junior professionals.
• Solve complex and challenging problems with innovative and data-driven approaches.

Your background

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in manufacturing process improvement and Lean implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence change across teams.
• Fluent in English and Italian.

More About Us

We offer:

• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on manufacturing excellence and business performance.
• A wide range of benefits: Health insurance, Pension fund, Welfare, Smart working, Flexible working hours, Canteen.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we address the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.