Production Capacity Planner at Hitachi, Richland, MS

Production Capacity Planner at Hitachi in Richland, MS. Full-time. Est. up to $60k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Job ID:
R0129891
Date Posted:
2026-06-09
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Production & Skilled Trades
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The Opportunity

As a Production Capacity Planner, you will manage the Sales and Operations Planning process and support mid- and long-term planning at Hitachi Energy. You will balance demand with available capacity, align resources across sales, operations, engineering, and supply chain functions, and maintain integrated master planning models. By connecting data, people, and processes, you will improve planning accuracy, inventory optimization, lead times, and customer delivery performance. You will also identify risks, opportunities, and performance gaps, monitor key performance indicators, and establish standardized planning practices that support continuous improvement and business growth.

This is an onsite position located in Richland, Mississippi

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Manage the Sales and Operations Planning process.
• Align demand, capacity, and resources across business functions.
• Enable data-based judgments and improve planning accuracy.
• Consolidate and maintain integrated master planning models.
• Monitor key performance indicators and initiate performance improvements.
• Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities within planning scenarios.
• Maintain stable and accurate forecasts for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate across functions to improve and standardize planning processes.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in integrated demand forecasting and capacity planning.
• Proven experience with supply chain planning or Sales and Operations Planning processes.
• Able to interpret data, track key performance indicators, and support performance improvements.
• Able to communicate effectively, manage stakeholders, and collaborate across multiple business functions.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you can develop your capabilities while contributing to the future of energy.

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies shaping the future of energy.
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals.
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs.
• Attractive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity
Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals
with disabilities.

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