Hitachi America

Production Manager - Machine Shop

Hitachi America$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred; equivalent experience welcomed.
  • Experience leading teams in a machining or machine shop environment.
  • Strong knowledge of machining processes, CNC operations, and production workflows.
  • Background in CNC programming, tooling, and multi-axis machining optimization.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, machining specifications, and GD&T.
  • Experience applying lean or continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Foster a safe, compliant, and inclusive work environment grounded in strong HSE practices.
  • Lead, coach, and develop machining team members to achieve production goals.
  • Plan and schedule machining operations to meet quality, delivery, and output targets.
  • Monitor daily performance and adjust priorities to keep production on track.
  • Partner with engineering and quality teams to resolve machining or tooling challenges.
  • Optimize CNC machining processes to improve throughput and reduce cost.
  • Analyze production data to drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste.
  • Manage labor, equipment, tooling, and materials for maximum efficiency.

Benefits

  • Full-time schedule with opportunities for leadership growth.
  • Impact position influencing production strategy and team development.
  • Work in a high-performance team in a dynamic machine shop environment.
  • Chance to engage with cutting-edge equipment and technologies.
  • Opportunity to contribute to global energy solutions.
Full Job Description

Location:

Alamo, Tennessee, United States of America

Job ID:

Date Posted:

2026-07-02

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Step into a leadership role where your expertise shapes the heartbeat of our machining operations. As our Production Manager – Machining Operations, you’ll guide a high‑performing team, elevate manufacturing excellence, and drive continuous improvement across a dynamic machine shop environment. This is your opportunity to influence production strategy, optimize cutting‑edge equipment, and help deliver high‑quality products that power the world’s energy systems.

You’ll thrive in a space where innovation meets precision—where every improvement you lead strengthens our global impact. If you’re motivated by solving complex challenges, developing people, and creating safer, smarter, more efficient processes, this role offers the perfect platform to grow your career while shaping the future of manufacturing at Hitachi Energy.

How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Foster a safe, compliant, and inclusive work environment grounded in strong HSE practices.

  • Lead, coach, and develop machining team members to achieve production goals.

  • Plan and schedule machining operations to meet quality, delivery, and output targets.

  • Monitor daily performance and adjust priorities to keep production on track.

  • Partner with engineering and quality teams to resolve machining or tooling challenges.

  • Optimize CNC machining processes to improve throughput and reduce cost.

  • Analyze production data to drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste.

  • Manage labor, equipment, tooling, and materials for maximum efficiency.

Your Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred; equivalent experience welcomed.

  • Experience leading teams in a machining or machine shop environment.

  • Strong knowledge of machining processes, CNC operations, and production workflows.

  • Background in CNC programming, tooling, and multi‑axis machining optimization.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, machining specifications, and GD&T.

  • Experience applying lean or continuous improvement methodologies.

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

About Hitachi America

Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Learn more about Hitachi America
Size
368,247 employees
Industry
Founded
1959
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