Production Operations Leader — Lean & Process Improvement

Vertiv Corporation; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Pelzer, SC facility. You will plan, coordinate, and manage production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while developing supervisors and teams.

In this role you will drive operational excellence, implement visual KPI reporting, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to prevent disruptions and improve performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of production or manufacturing management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication (oral and written), and coaching skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lead, develop, and coach a diverse workforce.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

ERP experience

Microsoft Office

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Technology/Engineering/Business Administration or related field

Job description

Vertiv is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Pelzer, SC facility. You will plan, coordinate, and manage production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets while developing supervisors and teams.

In this role you will drive operational excellence, implement visual KPI reporting, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to prevent disruptions and improve performance in a fast-paced environment.