Operating System Manager (Manufacturing)
Location: Londonderry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Company: Vertiv
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 products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
Role: VOS Manager
Reporting to: Operations Director
Location: North of Ireland (Derry, NI and Burnfoot, RoI)
Oversees continuous improvement projects and standardization of the company’s manufacturing processes. Responsible for planning, developing, and implementing lean manufacturing processes, including the deployment of the VOS operating system. Manages three plants in the North of Ireland.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement strategies in alignment with company goals, develop execution plans for performance improvement initiatives in collaboration with operations managers and team leaders.
* Within the lean manufacturing methodology, develop the capabilities of management and employees, and create sustainable models for managing daily problem-solving and continuous improvement.
* Lead and coach operational leaders to integrate functions across the full value chain, driving initiatives that improve lead times, customer service levels, lower operational costs, and enhance cash flow.
* Develop the team’s continuous improvement capabilities and lead ongoing enhancement of Vertiv’s standards, processes, and methods.
* Work-related travel requirement: 10% - based predominantly across the three plants in Ireland; Burnfoot, Letterkenny and Campsie with some travel to sites in EMEA.
* Coordinate and oversee the daily activities of VOS coordinators and their support staff.
* Ensure alignment with and adherence to VOS specifications and framework; ensure employees operate in compliance with VOS guidelines.
* Lead the VOS Steering Committee.
* Responsible for managing and implementing policies and procedures.
* Makes decisions with direct impact on company operations and customer outcomes.
* Collaborate regularly with subordinates, customers, and peer groups across various management levels.
* Initiate change and lead performance improvement initiatives.
* Lead and be accountable for VOS-related communication, education, and training.
* Conduct analysis of the local Vertiv site, including operational baselines, financial analysis, and ongoing performance measurement and improvement.
* Work closely with the Regional VOS Leader on the development and deployment of the VOS strategy.
* Ensure consistency of approaches across initiatives and sites.
* Collaborate closely with the General Manager (Plant Manager).
* Work in compliance with international trade rules (ITC).
* Submit improvement proposals within the continuous improvement system in line with company goals.
* Respect environmental protection principles.
Qualifications
* Experience in applying and coaching change management, behavior coaching, and performance management methods with a minimum of 3–5 years applying Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
* Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering.
* Leadership skills to manage workflow and lead a team.
* Analytical skills, including the use of statistical modeling methods, root cause analysis, and other tools and techniques commonly used to support operational improvements.
* English – fluent.
* MS Office Professional (Excel, Access).
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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