Factory Business Process Owner

Location:

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID:

R0122220

Date Posted:

2026-03-13

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Quality Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Join a team that’s shaping the future of operational excellence at Hitachi Energy. In this role, you’ll champion process innovation across the full value chain—from quotation through warranty—while partnering with teams across our South Boston, VA facility and the broader North America Transformer Hub. You’ll be the connector who transforms business needs into streamlined, intuitive processes that empower people to work smarter.

You’ll influence everything from SAP optimization to cross‑functional project delivery, ensuring teams have the tools, clarity, and confidence to excel. Your work will directly advance our continuous‑improvement culture and support the evolution of digital workflows that scale globally.

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

If you’re motivated by solving complex problems, designing future‑state processes, and helping others thrive through change, this is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact.

How you’ll make an impact

• Map, analyze, and improve current and future business processes.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across factories and Hub functions.

• Lead and support projects, ensuring timelines and outcomes are met.

• Conduct user acceptance testing and validate system updates.

• Prioritize business requirements and document proposed enhancements.

• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement long‑term solutions.

• Guide system maintenance and ensure data accuracy and user support.

• Create and maintain standard work packages and user guides.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 5 years of manufacturing and process experience (or 10+ years of related experience).

• Experience in business, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields.

• Strong project management, communication, and relationship‑building skills.

• Proven ability to lead through change with adaptability and collaborative mindset.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (10–20%).

• Experience with value stream mapping and ERP systems (SAP preferred).

More about us

• We empower our teams with learning, development, and long‑term career growth opportunities.

• We embrace a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• We’re committed to advancing a sustainable energy future and enabling every team member to make a meaningful contribution.

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.

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.