Operations Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. Vertiv scores B on the Alion truth index.
Vertiv is the largest electrical switchgear manufacturer in the UK & Ireland, pioneering unique in-house integrated power solutions tailored to each individual client project. We believe that our people are our best asset and have invested in a highly qualified and experienced team of Engineers to work in our manufacturing facilities across three continents. With over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality integrated power solutions, we are experts in providing technical services, project management services, and unrivalled customer support for every client project.
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead our production facility in Burnfoot, County Donegal. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in managing high-performance teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, inspire, and develop cross-functional teams to achieve operational targets and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met or exceeded.
- Champion change management initiatives, implementing process improvements and lean practices to drive efficiency and delivery.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align operations with overall business goals and strategic plans.
- Monitor KPIs and performance metrics, using data to guide decision-making and improve outcomes.
- Lead, coach, and supervise production team leaders and staff.
- Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and logistics teams to maintain seamless operations.
- Prepare and present production performance reports to senior management.
- Manage production budgets and control costs effectively.
- Drive employee engagement, training, and development programs.
- Champion operational excellence and foster a culture of accountability and teamwork.
Key Qualifications:
- Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment, or similar.
- Strong track record of building and sustaining high-performance teams.
- Demonstrated success in leading change and implementing continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma qualifications).
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, Business Management or related field (preferred).
- Will accept expert industry related experience in lieu of Third level qualifications
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED
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
Learn and Seek Out Development
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