Location:Richland, Mississippi, United StatesJob ID: R0096107Date Posted:2025-06-09Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Production &amp; Skilled TradesJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Hitachi Energy is seeking a dynamic Plant Operations Manager to oversee our growing production facility in Richland, MS. This site supports our High Voltage business unit, delivering a wide range of voltage products critical to global energy infrastructure.With a team of 200 employees across two shifts and a $220M book of business and expanding, this is a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence, lead cross-functional teams, and contribute to a sustainable energy future. If you're passionate about leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead the execution of short- to mid-term manufacturing strategies</li><li>Oversee daily operations across production, engineering, and planning</li><li>Champion lean management and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Drive innovation in manufacturing process development</li><li>Ensure quality, safety, and efficiency across all operations</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executive leadership</li><li>Solve complex challenges with data-driven decision-making</li><li>Manage budgets and contribute to business profitability</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Proven experience in manufacturing and production operations</li><li>Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams</li><li>Expertise in lean management and process optimization</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities</li><li>Background in production engineering or related technical fields</li><li>Experience with profit &amp; loss responsibility is a plus</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>At Hitachi Energy, we’re building a more sustainable and inclusive future—together.</li><li>We offer global career development, continuous learning, and a culture that values innovation and collaboration.</li><li>Join a company where your ideas and leadership will shape the future of energy</li></ul>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>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 <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website.  Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world&rsquo;s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries.

Plant Operations Manager

Location:Richland, Mississippi, United StatesJob ID: R0096107Date Posted:2025-06-09Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Production &amp; Skilled TradesJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Hitachi Energy is seeking a dynamic&nbsp;Plant Operations Manager&nbsp;to oversee our growing production facility in Richland, MS. This site supports our High Voltage business unit, delivering a wide range of voltage products critical to global energy infrastructure.With a team of 200 employees across two shifts and a $220M book of business and expanding, this is a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence, lead cross-functional teams, and contribute to a sustainable energy future. If you're passionate about leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.How You’ll Make an Impact<ul><li>Lead the execution of short- to mid-term manufacturing strategies</li><li>Oversee daily operations across production, engineering, and planning</li><li>Champion lean management and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Drive innovation in manufacturing process development</li><li>Ensure quality, safety, and efficiency across all operations</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and executive leadership</li><li>Solve complex challenges with data-driven decision-making</li><li>Manage budgets and contribute to business profitability</li></ul>Your Background<ul><li>Proven experience in manufacturing and production operations</li><li>Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams</li><li>Expertise in lean management and process optimization</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities</li><li>Background in production engineering or related technical fields</li><li>Experience with profit &amp; loss responsibility is a plus</li></ul>More About Us<ul><li>At Hitachi Energy, we’re building a more sustainable and inclusive future—together.</li><li>We offer global career development, continuous learning, and a culture that values innovation and collaboration.</li><li>Join a company where your ideas and leadership will shape the future of energy</li></ul>Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities <h2>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 <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. &nbsp;Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2></h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.</h2>

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