Production Manager

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America Job ID: R0129017 Date Posted: 2026-05-06 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: 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 Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr