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Manufacturing Engineering Specialist
Job in
Ironton, Lawrence County, Ohio, 45638, USA
Listed on 2026-05-30
Listing for:
Vertiv Group Corp.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-30
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Manufacturing Engineering Specialist - Thermal Operations & Plant Optimization
We are seeking a strategic Manufacturing Engineering Specialist for the Ironton site to drive operational excellence in the production of Industrial Thermal Units
. This role focuses on the architectural and procedural optimization of the facility, including plant layout redesign
, cost reduction initiatives
, and the successful execution of NPDI (New Product Development and Introduction) projects. You will be responsible for maximizing floor space utilization
, streamlining material flow, and modernizing fabrication processes to support high-growth thermal product lines.
Responsibilities and Measurement Criteria:
- Plant Layout & Space Optimization (35%): Design and implement optimized facility floor plans using AutoCAD to maximize square footage, eliminate bottlenecks, and integrate new production cells.
- Cost Reduction & Value Engineering (25%): Lead year-over-year cost-out projects focused on material yield, labor efficiency, and scrap reduction across all fabrication and assembly operations.
- NPDI Project Execution (15%): Manage the manufacturing launch of new thermal units, ensuring all NPDI milestones are met through rigorous Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews.
- Process Updating & Standardization (15%): Audit and modernize manufacturing routers, bill of materials (BOM), and SOPs to reflect current equipment capabilities and thermal testing standards.
- Lean & Continuous Improvement (10%): Facilitate Kaizen events to improve 5S standards and implement cellular manufacturing to reduce work-in-progress (WIP) inventory.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Experience: 7-10 years in manufacturing engineering, with a proven track record in large-scale facility layout and cost-out management
. Experience in thermal/HVAC or industrial fabrication is required. - Technical
Skills:
Expert proficiency in AutoCAD Factory Design or similar layout modeling software; advanced data analysis for cost-benefit tracking. - Knowledge: Mastery of Lean Manufacturing and advanced material flow logistics.
- Physical: Extensive walking and standing on the Ironton manufacturing floor to conduct layout audits; ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Environmental: Regular exposure to industrial fabrication and assembly environments.
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
About Vertiv
Vertiv is a $10 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers' vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 30,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries.
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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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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,…
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