Operating System Manager

2 days ago

Inishowen Municipal District, Ireland Vertiv Full time
Overview

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

Role: VOS Manager

Reporting to: Operations Director

Location: North of Ireland (Derry, NI and Burnfoot, RoI)

The Vertiv Operating System Manager (VOS Manager) is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing lean manufacturing processes, including the deployment of the VOS operating system. Oversees all continuous improvement projects and the standardization of the company's manufacturing processes. This is an operational role reporting to the ops director and looking after our 3 plants in the North of Ireland.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategies in alignment with company goals, develops execution plans for performance improvement initiatives in collaboration with operations managers and team leaders.
  • Within the lean manufacturing methodology, develops the capabilities of management and employees, and creates 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 to reduce lead times, improve customer service levels, lower operational costs, and enhance cash flow.
  • Develops the team's continuous improvement capabilities and leads ongoing enhancement of Vertiv's standards, processes, and methods.
  • Travel: 10% - predominantly across three plants in Ireland (Burnfoot, Letterkenny, Campsie) with some travel to sites in EMEA.
  • Coordinate and oversee the daily activities of VOS Coordinators and their support staff.
  • Ensure alignment with VOS specifications and framework; ensure employees operate in compliance with VOS guidelines.
  • Lead the VOS Steering Committee.
  • Manage and implement policies and procedures; make decisions with direct impact on operations and customer outcomes.
  • Collaborate with subordinates, customers, and peers across 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 VOS strategy development and deployment.
  • Ensure consistency of approaches across initiatives and sites; collaborate with the General Manager (Plant Manager).
  • Comply 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; minimum 3–5 years of Lean/Six Sigma experience.
  • Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering background.
  • Leadership skills to manage workflow and lead a team.
  • Analytical skills, including use of statistical modeling, root cause analysis, and other tools for operational improvements.
  • English – fluent.
  • MS Office Professional (Excel, Access).
Employment type
  • Full-time
Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Job function
  • Information Technology
Industries
  • Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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