We are seeking a driven and experienced Electrical Production Supervisor to join our dynamic team in Pelzer, SC, supporting Vertiv’s rapidly expanding production operations. This is a critical leadership role within our manufacturing facility, focused on driving operational excellence, electrical safety, team performance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Reporting to the Production Manager within the remit of the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor will be responsible for numerous teams under the general direction of the Production Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, improving and motivating staff to achieve the various objectives and goals of the company. The Production Supervisor will be self-motivated with a strong background in production supervision within a fast-paced production environment where they have had responsibility for production, quality, performance management, employee relations, recruitment & selection, and health & safety.
You will be responsible for the unit management of all aspects of 60+ personnel under the general supervision of the Production Manager. It will be your responsibility to manage, improve performance and motivate staff at your disposal efficiently to achieve the various objectives and goals of the business. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a good understanding of operational performance metrics (KPIs) and analysis, and some experience in commercial awareness are required.
Responsibilities and Measurement Criteria with Time investment Needed on Each:
(This will describe the overall core responsibilities of the role, decision making responsibilities etc.)
- A minimum of 7 years of Senior supervision / Management experience in a Production / manufacturing environment.
- Experience in ERP/MRP electronic production control systems.
- Proven track record of providing leadership to achieve production targets within a customer-focused company.
- Strong background of working to industry standard KPIs that assist with meeting business goals.
- Extensive experience in people management requirements, from identifying training needs/performance assessment to maximizing output, dispute resolution, and employee engagement processes.
- Demonstrated record of Health & Safety awareness within a factory environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels.
- Communicate daily with Production Manager, Scheduler Team Leaders, Team Lead Support, Project Managers, Engineers, Logistics, and stores personnel to ensure deadlines are met and products shipped on time.
- Conduct disciplinary meetings, return-to-work interviews and reviews with the team.
Qualifications:
Required/ Minimum Qualifications:
- Have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a supervisory position.
- Have a recognized mechanical or electrical qualification
Additional / Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven track record of providing leadership to achieve production targets.
- Experience in setting up high-volume production lines.
Physical & Environmental Requirements: (To be used majorly for manufacturing jobs.)
- None
Time Travel Needed:
- None
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV 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
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to 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 extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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 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 [email protected].
Skills Required
- Minimum of 7 years senior supervision/management experience in production/manufacturing
- Minimum of 4 years' experience in a supervisory position
- Recognized mechanical or electrical qualification
- Experience with ERP/MRP electronic production control systems
- Experience managing unit operations and 60+ personnel
- Experience in production, quality, performance management, employee relations, recruitment and selection
- Strong understanding and use of industry-standard KPIs and operational performance metrics
- Demonstrated health and safety awareness in a factory environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
- Experience conducting disciplinary meetings, return-to-work interviews and performance reviews
- Experience setting up high-volume production lines
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.
