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Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America Job ID: R0112762 Date Posted: 2025-11-18 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The Opportunity Join Hitachi Energy and play a key role in shaping efficient production processes that power progress worldwide. As a Production Planning Specialist, you’ll help ensure smooth operations, timely delivery, and exceptional customer experiences. This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment where innovation meets collaboration. You’ll gain exposure to diverse projects, cutting-edge tools, and a team committed to excellence. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. How You’ll Make an Impact Develop and maintain production plans and timelines. Use capacity planning tools and SAP to manage material requirements. Monitor workflows and equipment utilization for optimal efficiency. Compile, analyze, and report operational data accurately. Support coordinators and assist with complex operational activities. Communicate effectively with customers and internal teams. Identify and resolve potential project delays proactively. Participate in meetings to track project progress and quality. Your Background Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Minimum 5 years in a planning role if no degree. Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. SAP knowledge preferred. Strong analytical and organizational skills. Must have work authorization in the United States. More About Us We are committed to advancing a sustainable energy future. Enjoy opportunities for growth, learning, and global collaboration. Be part of a culture that values safety, integrity, and innovation. 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. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.