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Vertiv Co

Production Manager

Vertiv Co, Pelzer, South Carolina, United States, 29669

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Vertiv is seeking an experienced

Production Manager

to lead and oversee manufacturing operations at our Pelzer, SC facility. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing production activities to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently achieved. The Production Manager will lead and develop supervisors and production teams while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a high-performance culture in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES Plan, execute, and achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets across assigned production areas. Implement and maintain visual KPI reporting to drive accountability and high-performing teams. Evaluate personnel requirements based on production demands and workforce planning needs. Recommend equipment, tooling, and process improvements to support current and future business objectives. Identify training needs and ensure appropriate training plans are implemented for production teams and leaders. Conduct departmental and tier meetings to ensure communication, alignment, and execution of priorities. Ensure all equipment is maintained in safe operating condition; remove unsafe equipment from service when necessary. Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and workplace organization. Develop and coach supervisors and direct reports through structured skill development and performance planning. Plan and schedule production activities while overseeing daily execution across production lines. Ensure effective utilization of labor, materials, and equipment to meet production schedules. Ensure quality systems are in place, followed, and effective to guarantee product integrity. Own accurate costing for assigned work centers and actively identify cost improvement opportunities. Monitor production practices, adjust schedules, and address issues to minimize downtime or delays. Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and other departments to prevent production disruptions. Support and enforce Vertiv policies, procedures, and operational goals.

Plan, execute, and achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets across assigned production areas.

Implement and maintain visual KPI reporting to drive accountability and high-performing teams.

Evaluate personnel requirements based on production demands and workforce planning needs.

Recommend equipment, tooling, and process improvements to support current and future business objectives.

Identify training needs and ensure appropriate training plans are implemented for production teams and leaders.

Conduct departmental and tier meetings to ensure communication, alignment, and execution of priorities.

Ensure all equipment is maintained in safe operating condition; remove unsafe equipment from service when necessary.

Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and workplace organization.

Develop and coach supervisors and direct reports through structured skill development and performance planning.

Plan and schedule production activities while overseeing daily execution across production lines.

Ensure effective utilization of labor, materials, and equipment to meet production schedules.

Ensure quality systems are in place, followed, and effective to guarantee product integrity.

Own accurate costing for assigned work centers and actively identify cost improvement opportunities.

Monitor production practices, adjust schedules, and address issues to minimize downtime or delays.

Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and other departments to prevent production disruptions.

Support and enforce Vertiv policies, procedures, and operational goals.

QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications:

3–5 years of production or manufacturing management experience

Strong leadership, communication (oral and written), and coaching skills

Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office

Ability to lead, develop, and coach a diverse workforce

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Knowledge of ISO standards and Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma methodologies

10+ years of experience in production management, scheduling, and assembly operations

Proven experience driving continuous improvement initiatives

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Light to moderate manufacturing environment

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Less than 10%

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life‑changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI, we design, manufacture, and service the mission‑critical infrastructure technologies that keep the world connected. With

$6.9 billion in revenue , a strong customer base, and global reach across nearly 70 countries, Vertiv offers stability, opportunity, and growth.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS Safety • Integrity • Respect • Teamwork • Diversity & Inclusion

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Customer Focus Operational Excellence High-Performance Culture Innovation Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS Own It Act With Urgency Foster a Customer-First Mindset Think Big and Execute Lead by Example Drive Continuous Improvement Learn and Seek Out Development Promote Transparent & Open Communication

Equal Opportunity Employer Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination.

Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ individuals legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship.

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