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Plant Manager at Vertiv

Position Plant Manager
Posted 04 Jul 2026
Expired 03 Aug 2026
Company Vertiv
Location United Kingdom | GB
Job Type Full Time

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Burnfoot, Ireland
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.
We are now seeking a Plant Manager to lead our Burnfoot plant in Donegal, 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 Campsie, Ireland facilities, as well as with leadership teams across EMEA and the US.
About the Role
As Plant Manager, you will have full site leadership responsibility, overseeing the operations of a 1000+ employee plant. You will lead engineering, manufacturing, finance, EHS, quality, and have dotted-line oversight of customer operations (order pursuit and execution).
Your mission: deliver operational excellence across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People; ultimately elevating customer satisfaction and business performance.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Operations
Lead plant operations with accountability for 1000+ 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.).
Direct Reports:
Production Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Facilities Manager, Quality Control Manager, Materials Manager, Controller, Safety Engineer.
About you
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.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Manufacturing or experience.
Significant production management experience.
Experience leading a large manufacturing facility or major production operation.
Hands-on experience in supply chain, Lean Manufacturing, and operational excellence.
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).
Travel Requirements
Regular regional travel (approx. 25%).
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.
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ABOUT US
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 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 $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 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 . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on
ABOUT THE TEAM
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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  • Company: Vertiv
  • Position: Plant Manager
  • Work Location: United Kingdom
  • Country: GB

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