Key Responsibilities
Process & Productivity Improvement
· Analyse manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste.
· Conduct time studies, method studies, line balancing, and capacity analysis.
· Drive productivity improvement initiatives to meet efficiency, output, and cost targets.
· Support process standardization and documentation (SOPs, work instructions).
Manpower & Capacity Planning
· Perform manpower planning, direct/indirect ratio analysis, and workload balancing.
· Support headcount planning for new products, ramp-up, and layout changes.
· Monitor and report labour efficiency, utilization, and productivity KPIs.
Layout & Workflow Optimization
· Design and optimize production layout and material flow to improve safety, efficiency, and ergonomics.
· Support new line setup, equipment relocation, and plant expansion activities.
· Collaborate with Facilities & Manufacturing Engineering on space and layout planning.
Data Analysis & Reporting
· Collect, analyse, and present operational data for management review.
· Develop and maintain productivity dashboards, reports, and performance metrics.
· Support cost analysis, improvement tracking, and ROI evaluations.
Continuous Improvement & Lean Initiatives
· Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and waste reduction initiatives.
· Participate in cross-functional improvement projects with Operations, Quality, ME, and Maintenance.
· Support problem-solving activities using structured methodologies (PDCA, Root Cause Analysis).
Support New Product Introduction (NPI)
· Support IE activities during NPI, including capacity assessment and process readiness.
· Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure smooth production ramp-up.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
· Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
Experience
· 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing / industrial engineering (experience level adjustable).
· Hands-on experience in productivity improvement and manufacturing operations is preferred.
Technical & Functional Skills
· Strong knowledge of:
o Time study, line balancing, capacity planning
o Lean Manufacturing principles
o Productivity and efficiency metrics
· Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, formulas, charts).
· Experience with dashboards, data tracking, or manufacturing KPIs is an advantage.
Soft Skills
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Good communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
· Able to work independently and manage multiple projects.
· Detail-oriented with a structured working mindset.
About the TeamSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing / industrial engineering
- Hands-on experience in productivity improvement and manufacturing operations
- Strong knowledge of time study, line balancing, and capacity planning
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (Kaizen, 5S, waste reduction)
- Familiarity with productivity and efficiency metrics; ability to monitor and report KPIs
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, formulas, charts)
- Experience with dashboards, data tracking, or manufacturing KPIs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented and structured mindset
- Good communication skills and ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employer will not provide sponsorship
What We Do
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to ensure its customers’ vital applications run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs approximately 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. For more information, and for the latest news and content from Vertiv, visit Vertiv.com.
