Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Socket.dev; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Pelzer, South Carolina is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead multiple NPDI-driven projects at the Pelzer Operations, focusing on product transfers, new product introductions, and manufacturing process improvements.

You will collaborate with Design Engineering and Operations to enforce global manufacturing standards, drive capital projects, and standardize methods across Vertiv plants, delivering efficient, scalable manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• BSME/IE/Business Operations Management degree required.
• 3–5 years manufacturing experience.
• MSME/IE/MBA and 5+ years Advanced Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma training or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple NPDI-related manufacturing projects.
• Coordinate product transfers and new product development programs.
• Develop and implement manufacturing plans for new products.
• Improve plant-to-plant transfers and standardize processes.
• Identify and pilot advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Support cost analyses and capital projects.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project Management

Manufacturing Systems

Education

BSME/IE/Business Operations Management

MSME/IE/MBA

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will lead and oversight multiple projects on Infrastructure Solutions BU, focused on Pelzer Operations leading product transfers, new product introduction programs, process improvements, and capital projects to support Growth for the target sites and the standardization of manufacturing processes across Vertiv plants. This position will also coordinate the development and enforcement of global manufacturing standards and technology leadership. Interact directly with Design Engineering, Program Manager and Operations Team at the target site to coordinate and execute NPDI milestones and deliverables.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with Line of Business Leaders to ensure manufacturing plans are aligned to Product Roadmaps.
• Responsible for End of Line Testing Equipment, Parameters, scripts and Capex associated
• Lead, Develop and implement manufacturing plans for assigned new products according to NPDI program
• Lead and Provide direct support for plant-to-plant product transfers and new product development programs.
• Support Vertiv manufacturing operations using standard processes, equipment, and manufacturing methods.
• Identify, justify, pilot, and commission Advanced Manufacturing technologies, processes, equipment, and practices. Capital projects that support Growth, NPDI, Product Transfers, Technical Capacity and Footprint associated
• Provide support for manufactured cost analyses of new and existing products.
• Responsible for the execution of Manufacturing Readiness Checklist and deliverables of NPDI Process
• Leader for Manufacturing Prototype builds along with the local operation team to achieve 2 weeks LT
• Accountable and Supportive Role for Engineering Prototype builds with Design Engineering
• Actively intervenes in growth strategies for assigned BU, footprint and technical capacity definition
• Implement best manufacturing practices for existing processes and provide multi-site manufacturing engineering support.
• Assist with business-critical capital projects including facility planning, layout, and cost justification.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

BSME/IE/Business Operations Management and 3-5 years manufacturing experience or equivalent

Preferred

MSME/IE/MBA and 5+ years of Advanced Manufacturing experience

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma formal training or certifications.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of formalized Advanced and Lean Manufacturing applications.
• Extensive experience in New Product Development and Product Transfers.
• Excellent vertical communication, interpersonal, and motivation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively; ability to coach, train, facilitate and lead teams effectively in a transformational work environment.
• Demonstrated strong project management and technical skills; analytical skills; PC skills.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results through team building and teamwork.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

N/A

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

(10%)

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

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

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $4.4 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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 as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail]

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