Senior Manager, Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) for Integrated Solutions (IS)
Vertiv Corporation

Job Info

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Vertiv is hiring a Senior Manager for Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineering in Anderson, SC or Columbus, OH. This person will be responsible to drive Global Manufacturing Strategy & Technology, Interlock with Key Functions, and Execution while being a a core member of the New Product Development Introduction (NPDI) & Global Operations team. In this role, the AME will collaborate with the cross functional teams globally to drive time to market requirements, operational excellence, manufacturing technology assessment and competency & capacity/footprint planning to support business growth. The AME will accomplish this by leading the industrial transformation & supply chain readiness activities according to the project scope & business needs. The individual in this position will be able to interpret the voice of customer and translate those requirements into several defined process areas including but not limited to: Design for Manufacturing, FMEA analysis, supply chain mapping with optimization (lead time, cost, capital), prototyping & piloting, manufacturing facility layouts and product line testing.

Core Focus:

• Develop & Implement Global Operational Strategy, which aligns w/Vertiv Key Initiatives
• Global Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Infrastructure & Systems manufacturing/integration technology & process
• Responsible for the Global Operational Scenario Mapping, Plan/Investment, & interlock/alignment w/Key Stakeholders (ie. Business Unit Leaders, Regional Operations, ELT, etc.)
• Lead NPDI/ETO-C/Design Transfer/Strategic Initiative projects - Phase 2 - 4 (Concept, Approve Execution, Design)
• Key Inputs: Stakeholder Requirements Specification (Project offer requirements/VOC, i.e. lead time, cost targets, launch regions, forecast, revenue etc.)
• Key Outputs: Mfg Tech Readiness Level, Supply Chain Architecture scenarios, Landed Product Cost, Capex plan, Mfg TTM targets, Operational Risk Assessment, Product build plan (i.e. prototyping), DFM scope/plan/execution
• Responsible for interlock and hand-off w/Regional AME Teams - Phase 4 - 6
• Drive Global Interlock and Alignment through being the Point of contact/Influencer between Business Unit & Global Operations
• Lead Strategic Opportunity analysis & alignment w/Key Stakeholders
• Lead the Global MTRL (Manufacturing Technology Readiness Level) for new & current technologies
• Support Key Supplier/ODM Selection & Qualification

Responsibilities

• Core functional member within New Product Development (NPD) Global project teams.
• Insures appropriate resources & priorities are aligned w/Global Roadmaps & Key Strategic Projects.
• Extensive communication/coordination/alignment and participation with cross-functional teams & project meetings
• Project Managers
• Design Engineering
• Marketing and Sales
• Supply Chain Management
• Executive Leadership
• Insure DFx is applied during NPDI project.
• Drive and Coordinate the manufacturing requirements of new products, from project concept to release of new products.
• Direct all stages of prototype builds and pilot runs.
• Works with Manufacturing Engineers and Materials teams to develop documentation for new products (bills of material, routings, and manufacturing instructions).
• Communicate project requirements', actions, and status with other departments.
• Track and publish NPI Deliverables using defines tools and databases.
  • Operations Plans
  • Manufacturing Process Flow Charts
  • Production Readiness Evaluations
  • Cost Analysis - cost estimates and standards costing
• Specifies Capex investment requirements for the new offer - new equipment and tooling requirements.
• ATE Function. Responsible for oversight of the new offer product Automatic tester development. DFT review, PCBA ICT, FCT development and Product Function test.
• Component Function. Responsible for oversight of the new design component qualification. Include Tooling analysis. Parts Quality. PQCS.PQCP, PPEP and Compliance check.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering/Technology or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in a heavy industrial/integrated solutions manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Effective Process & Organization skills, ability to manage multiple Key Initiatives
• PC and business software - word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and project management tools
• Complex Project Management skills/toolset
• Strong Communication Skills - Ability to communicate w/Executive level & Key Stakeholders
• NPD/NPI Experience
• Advance Manufacturing Training/Exp (ie. Lean, Six-Sigma, etc.)

Requirements

• 10 to 15 years of experience in new product development (PMP) process. Modular or pre-fabricated engineering/design expertise.
• Strong DFM experience/knowledge
• SC&M management and architecture build.
• New manufacturing production line setup.
• project management.
• PCBA manufacturing process.
• New Product Design DFM/DFX. FMEA, Control Plan.
• Lean manufacturing.
• Parts Commodity management.
• Product Cost Management.
• MS Office (Power Point, Excel, Word)
• Problem Solving Tool's (ie. FMEA, DOE, Quality Tools, etc)
• 6 Sigma. (Green Belt certificated and Black Belt Training certificated)
• Excellent experience for cross culture communication and leadership.

Travel: 25%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

Customer Focus
Operational Excellence
High-Performance Culture
Innovation
Financial Strength
OUR 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

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 $6.9 billion in revenue, 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.

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 help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

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.

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