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Production Supervisor

Hitachi · Bland, VA

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Level
Supervisor
Team
Production
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level production role at Hitachi (industrial) in Bland, VA. You will lead daily manufacturing activities that power critical infrastructure around the world.

They ask for
5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names
Lean

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How this role compares

Against 15 other live production postings in Virginia.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $68k–$88k, from 5 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Typical (5+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 88%
  • ✓ Lean 38%
  • SAP 31%
  • Six Sigma 25%

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It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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This plant: Hitachi in Bland

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Location

Bland, Virginia, United States of America

Profession (Job Category)

Production & Skilled Trades

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Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

Job Description

The opportunity

Step into a pivotal role where operational excellence meets innovation. As a Production Operations Supervisor at Hitachi Energy, you will lead daily manufacturing activities that power critical infrastructure around the world. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact—driving productivity, quality, and safety while empowering teams to perform at their best. You will work in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is championed and collaboration across functions is key to success. If you are motivated by optimizing processes, solving challenges, and creating high-performing teams, this role offers the platform to grow and make a difference. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How you'll make an impact

  • •Lead and guide production teams to achieve daily targets
  • •Plan and monitor production schedules to meet deadlines
  • •Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards
  • •Resolve production issues and equipment challenges quickly
  • •Drive continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives
  • •Maintain accurate production records and inventory levels
  • •Collaborate with engineering, quality, and logistics teams
  • •Support troubleshooting and operation of production equipment

Your background

  • •Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
  • •3–5 years of experience in manufacturing supervision
  • •Knowledge of manufacturing processes and lean principles
  • •Familiarity with quality systems and safety standards
  • •Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • •Effective communication and team collaboration skills

More about us

  • •Be part of a global leader transforming sustainable energy
  • •Access ongoing development, training, and career growth opportunities
  • •Work in an inclusive environment focused on collaboration and innovation

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