Production Fabrication Manager

Vertiv in Lincoln, Nebraska is looking for a Production Fabrication Manager to lead the activities of the metals department to ensure safety for plant personnel, achieve quality products are made, productivity numbers, and cost targets are met to ensure that on time production is maintained in accordance with established company standards and practices. RESPONSIBILITIES Plan and achieve safety, quality, customer delivery and cost targets. Implement and maintain visual KPI reporting to drive high performance teams. Evaluate personnel requirements based on business and employee needs. Recommend equipment, tooling, and processes to support business objectives. Evaluate training requirements and request necessary training. Conduct departmental meetings and ensure applicable tier meetings are conducted regularly. Report any equipment that is not in safe operating condition and remove it from use. Maintain a good standard of housekeeping. Train and instruct employees in the performance of their work, assigned jobs, and familiarize employees concerning company and departmental policies and procedures. Establish skill development plans for direct reports to foster an environment of career improvement and talent development. Planning and scheduling production activities and supervising the production process. Ensuring the effective management of production lines of an organization. Ensuring quality systems are in place and utilized to guarantee the integrity of products. Ensure accurate costing for responsible work centers and seek improvement opportunities. Evaluate fabrication capacity model and ensure a properly level loaded plan that aligns with demand. Develop programming practices that align with plant inventory and material utilization goals. Working out the material and human resources as needed. Working with managers effectively to execute the policies and goals of the organization. Liaising with different departments such as suppliers, managers and so on to prevent any probable delay. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent preferred. 3 - 5 years’ management experience. Good communication skills, both oral and written MS Office and ERP systems experience Formal training and / or 2 years experience with equipment programming software Ability to develop and coach a diverse team Knowledge of ISO and Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma 10 years’ experience in production management, scheduling and metal fabrication processes preferred Proficient in use of measuring instruments, i.e. calipers, protractors, etc. CNC Operating Experience preferred PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. Light manufacturing TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED Less than 10% 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 Promote Transparent and Open Communication Learn and Seek Out Development At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With more than 30,000 people worldwide and nearly $8 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 130 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us 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. LI-MS1