The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as a Operations Director and play a key role in driving performance, innovation, and operational excellence in transformer production. This is an opportunity to lead a dynamic manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do.

In this role, you will oversee end-to-end operations within the production facility, ensuring efficient, cost-effective delivery while meeting customer expectations. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and EHS to optimize performance and deliver results that matter.

This position offers the chance to build and develop high-performing teams, implement lean manufacturing principles, and influence strategic improvements across the operation. If you are passionate about developing people, improving processes, and leading with purpose in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead daily manufacturing operations aligned with the ITM Management System

• Ensure delivery targets are met across safety, quality, and production goals

• Optimize use of labor, equipment, and materials

• Drive a zero-incident safety culture and promote HOP principles

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Kaizen, 5S, TPM, and A3

• Enhance operational performance, including productivity, throughput, and OEE

• Partner cross-functionally to meet customer and compliance requirements

• Build and develop high-performing teams through coaching and accountability

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

• 12–16 years of relevant manufacturing or operations experience

• Experience leading teams in a production environment

• Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement

• Knowledge of quality and safety standards (IEEE, UL, CSA, ISO)

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

More about us

• Be part of a global leader shaping the future of sustainable energy

• Grow your career through continuous learning and development opportunities

• Collaborate with diverse teams in an inclusive and innovative environment