Plant Manager - Campsie

Vertiv Group Corp; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Londonderry seeks an experienced Plant Manager to ensure operational excellence and lead over 500 employees. In this key leadership role, you will manage production, drive lean methodologies, and foster a high-performance culture. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and 10-15 years of relevant experience, particularly in manufacturing management. The position offers a full-time role in a dynamic environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and coaching capability; able to motivate and inspire diverse teams.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in complex, global, and occasionally ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations with accountability for 500+ employees.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Recruit, train, develop, and motivate plant leadership and frontline teams.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Manufacturing

MBA or Master’s in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Business (preferred)

Job description

Location: Londonderry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Plant Manager – Campsie, Northern Ireland

Vertiv | Empowering the People Who Power the Future

At Vertiv, we keep the world connected. From life‑saving medical technologies to generative AI, from the smallest swipe to the largest data ecosystems our products, systems, and services ensure the digital world never stops. With $5B in annual sales, customers in nearly 70 countries, and a global team committed to innovation, we are uniquely positioned to deliver exceptional value and create new opportunities for our people.

About The Role

We are now seeking a high‑calibre Plant Manager to lead our Campsie plant in Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving manufacturing excellence, fostering a high‑performance culture, and enabling the plant to operate at world‑class standards. You will work closely with our Letterkenny and Burnfoot, Ireland facilities, as well as with leadership teams across EMEA and the US.

Your Mission

Deliver operational excellence across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People; ultimately elevating customer satisfaction and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Operations
  • Lead plant operations with accountability for 500+ employees.
  • Develop annual plant budgets; manage P&L performance.
  • Provide direct leadership to production, engineering, quality, materials, finance, facilities, and EHS teams.
  • Ensure a positive, engaged, and union‑free working environment.
• Manufacturing Excellence
  • Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Achieve and exceed targets in quality, on‑time delivery, cost, inventory, and throughput.
  • Develop and oversee flexible, resilient, and scalable production systems.
  • Ensure capacity planning supports customer commitments and growth.
• People & Culture
  • Recruit, train, develop, and motivate plant leadership and frontline teams.
  • Build a culture of safety, ownership, teamwork, and operational excellence.
  • Conduct performance reviews and implement clear development plans.
  • Lead regular plant communications to ensure transparency and engagement.
• Customer & Community Engagement
  • Interact professionally with customers to ensure outstanding satisfaction.
  • Drive execution of new product introductions.
  • Represent Vertiv in the local community, enhancing our brand and reputation.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Lead special projects and deliver results against defined timelines.
  • Maintain accurate financial reporting and cost control.
  • Attend regional community and business events (Chambers, leadership groups, etc.).
• Reporting Relationships & Key Interactions
  • Direct Reports: Production Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Facilities Manager, Quality Control Manager, Materials Manager, Controller, Safety Engineer.
  • Regular Interactions: Division executives, sales, order entry, finance, accounting, HR, engineering, and global operations teams.

Minimum Qualifications (Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing management: production, inventory control, variable cost productivity, quality systems, and fulfillment metrics.
• Proven leadership and coaching capability; able to motivate and inspire diverse teams.
• Demonstrated success in Lean, Six Sigma, and structured continuous improvement.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including senior executive level.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in complex, global, and occasionally ambiguous environments.
• Experience working with suppliers, assembly processes, and formal manufacturing systems (e.g., MRP).
• Clear ability to build strong cross‑functional relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, or business.
• Formal Lean/Six Sigma certification.
• Extensive product and process knowledge in complex manufacturing environments.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Manufacturing.
• 10–15 years of production management experience.
• Minimum 5 years leading a large manufacturing facility or major production operation.
• Demonstrated success in optimizing operations, driving cost reductions, and improving productivity.
• Hands‑on experience in supply chain, Lean Manufacturing, and operational excellence.

Accountabilities & Key Measures

• Shipping revenue, cost of sales, inventory, and manufacturing performance.
• Continuous improvement of performance, quality, and efficiency metrics.
• Strong project management with clear ROI delivery.

Travel Requirements

Regular regional travel (approx. 25%).

First 30/90/180 Days

30 Days

Meet leadership teams, understand current escalations, stabilize priorities, deliver first weekly escalation dashboard.

90 Days

Complete several deep‑dive assessments, present regional initiative portfolio, implement standardized escalation playbook.

180 Days

Deliver measurable KPI improvements, early cost savings, and rollout plans for successful pilots.

Why Join Vertiv?

This role is a great opportunity for a results‑driven, strategic manufacturing leader ready to make a significant impact. You will shape the future of a major Vertiv site and play a key role in elevating operations to world‑class excellence.

Our Core Principles

• 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 Development

About The Team

Work Authorization: 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.

Equal Opportunity 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.

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Seniority Level: Director

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing