Operations Manager - Transformer Production

About the role

Hitachi Energy is looking for an Operations Manager to lead all manufacturing operations within a transformer production facility in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico. The role ensures safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery aligned with customer expectations, working closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance and EHS teams. It also involves developing people and strengthening capabilities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations aligned with the ITM Management System
• Deliver production targets while meeting safety, quality and delivery commitments
• Optimize the use of labor, materials, equipment and manufacturing resources
• Promote a zero-incident safety culture using HOP principles and lead risk assessments, safety audits and preventive actions
• Ensure quality excellence and compliance with customer and industry standards
• Drive continuous improvement with tools such as Kaizen, 5S, TPM and A3
• Develop and coach teams to build capability and support long-term growth
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations leadership
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams in a production environment
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with quality and regulatory standards (IEEE, UL, CSA, ISO)