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Vertiv Co

Planning Supervisor

Pelzer, SC · On-site

Own and maintain production schedules across the Pelzer factories based on demand, capacity, material availability, and customer priorities. * Translate customer demand and backlog into executable ...

Vertiv Group Corp.

Planning Supervisor

Pelzer, SC · On-site

Own and maintain production schedules across the Pelzer factories based on demand, capacity, material availability, and customer priorities. * Translate customer demand and backlog into executable ...

Nordsonhcm

Associate II, Inventory Control

Clinton, SC · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

The position partners cross-functionally with factory and distribution teams to monitor inventory accuracy, support compliance with procedures, prepare reports, and help implement process ...

Vertiv Group Corp.

Sr. Master Scheduler

Pelzer, SC · On-site

POSITION SUMMARY The Master Scheduler will oversee and coordinate construction and installation schedules for Factory projects based on awarded Purchase Orders and customer requirements. This role ...

Vertiv Co

Project Manager

Pelzer, SC

Liaising and organizing sub-contractors working in both our factory and on site * Responsible for commissioning activities and document control for same. * Responsible for document control on client ...

Vertiv Co

Sr. Master Scheduler

Pelzer, SC

POSITION SUMMARY The Master Scheduler will oversee and coordinate construction and installation schedules for Factory projects based on awarded Purchase Orders and customer requirements. This role ...

Vertiv Group Corp.

Project Manager

Pelzer, SC · On-site

Liaising and organizing sub-contractors working in both our factory and on site * Responsible for commissioning activities and document control for same. * Responsible for document control on client ...

Justrite Safety Group

EH&S Specialist

Anderson, SC · On-site

Maintain a strong presence on the factory floor to coach employees toward safer behavior and self-sufficient safety problem solving. * Manage hazardous waste material streams throughout the factory.

Newbold Services LLC

General Laborer

Williamston, SC

$17/hr

SUMMARY: A General Laborer is responsible for conducting various tasks to support other workers in warehouses, construction sites, and factories. They assist other crew members by delivering the ...

Newbold Services LLC

General Laborer

Williamston, SC

$17/hr

SUMMARY: A General Laborer is responsible for conducting various tasks to support other workers in warehouses, construction sites, and factories. They assist other crew members by delivering the ...

Newbold Services, Inc.

General Laborer

Williamston, SC · On-site

$17/hr

SUMMARY: A General Laborer is responsible for conducting various tasks to support other workers in warehouses, construction sites, and factories. They assist other crew members by delivering the ...

BMarko Structures

Welder

Williamston, SC · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

By completing up to 90% of our buildings at our factory, we are taking workers out of the job site and into streamlined manufacturing facilities. Position Overview: The Structural Welder at BMarko ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for factory in Waterloo, SC is $13.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.12 and $14.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a factory worker?

Factory workers are employees who perform various tasks in a manufacturing environment, such as assembling products, operating machinery, packaging goods, or performing quality checks. Their roles are essential for producing and preparing products for distribution. Factory workers often work on production lines and must follow strict safety and quality guidelines to ensure efficient and safe operations.

What are different factory jobs?

Factory jobs focus on different aspects of the manufacturing process. As a factory worker, you may perform your duties on a production line where you produce, assemble, or package products or parts. Shift managers oversee operations during a particular time of day, while supervisors or foremen manage a department or monitor the entire factory floor. You can work as a technician, a job in which your responsibilities involve maintaining factory equipment. Factories also employ managers, administrative staff, accountants, designers, engineers, and quality assurance professionals. You can find factory jobs in various industries, include automotive, fashion, food, electronics, household goods, and industrial products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a factory worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Factory Worker, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and attention to detail, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with manufacturing machinery, safety protocols, and sometimes certifications like OSHA training are commonly required. Reliability, teamwork, and good communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These attributes are vital for maintaining efficient production, ensuring workplace safety, and contributing to overall operational success.

What are some common challenges faced by workers in a factory environment, and how can they be addressed?

Factory workers often encounter challenges such as repetitive tasks, meeting production targets under tight deadlines, and maintaining safety standards in a fast-paced environment. To address these, it's important to stay focused, follow established safety protocols, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. Many factories also offer training sessions and ergonomic equipment to help reduce physical strain and improve productivity, which can make the work more manageable and rewarding.

What is the difference between Factory vs Machine Operator?

AspectFactoryMachine Operator
Primary RoleOversees entire manufacturing processes and manages production linesOperates specific machinery within the factory
CredentialsTypically requires basic education; certifications depend on machineryOften requires technical training or certifications for specific equipment
Work EnvironmentFactory floor, involving supervision and coordinationFactory floor, focused on operating machinery
Industry UsageUsed broadly to describe manufacturing facilities and processesSpecific role within factories, focusing on machinery operation

While a factory refers to the entire manufacturing facility or process, a machine operator is a specific role within that environment responsible for operating machinery. Understanding this distinction helps in targeting the right job searches and career planning.

What are good factory jobs?

Factory jobs typically include roles such as assembly line worker, machine operator, quality control inspector, and production technician. These jobs often require physical stamina, attention to detail, and familiarity with tools or machinery; certifications like OSHA safety training can be beneficial. They usually involve shift work in a manufacturing environment with a focus on efficiency and safety.

What type of job is working in a factory?

Working in a factory typically involves operating machinery, assembling products, or managing production processes in an industrial environment. Factory jobs often require physical stamina, attention to safety protocols, and may involve shifts or overtime. Skills in equipment handling and basic technical knowledge are commonly needed.
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Sr. Manager, Delivery Assurance

Pelzer, SC • On-site

Vertiv Group Corp.

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description


Sr. Manager, Delivery Assurance - Large Programs
Location: Pelzer, SC/Westerville, OH (fully on-site)
Position Summary
The Sr. Manager, Delivery Assurance is responsible for end-to-end execution performance across a large, complex specific customer program, ensuring alignment from engineering release through BOM readiness, material availability, factory execution, installation readiness, and final shipment delivery.
This role serves as the primary operational execution leader across Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and customer stakeholders, driving synchronized execution to meet committed delivery dates and specifications.
Acting as the bridge between program planning and factory execution, this role manages delivery performance, execution risk, and alignment of product configuration, materials, suppliers, and production schedules to customer requirements.
This position also serves as a key customer-facing execution interface, maintaining structured cadences with customers, general contractors, and integrators to provide visibility into delivery status, risks, shipment quantities, installation requirements, and schedule adherence.
Key Responsibilities
Delivery Assurance, Customer Engagement & Program Execution Leadership
  • Own end-to-end delivery performance for assigned large-scale programs and product lines.
  • Serve as a key customer-facing execution contact, engaging in structured, recurring cadence meetings covering overall program status, delivery progress, shipment quantities, risks, and schedule adherence.
  • Communicate delivery risks, schedule vulnerabilities, and mitigation plans clearly to both internal leadership and external stakeholders.
  • Manage escalation pathways related to customer commitments, delivery changes, and execution risks.
  • Coordinate with general contractors, integrators, and customer installation teams to align on delivery sequencing, installation requirements, and site readiness needs.
  • Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution plans across engineering, manufacturing, and logistics functions.

Factory Execution & Production Readiness
  • Oversee daily and weekly production execution performance for assigned product lines.
  • Track WIP, build readiness, test completion, and shipment sequencing to ensure on-time execution.
  • Coordinate with Manufacturing, Production Control, Quality, and Test teams to resolve execution constraints.
  • Ensure factory schedules are aligned to program priorities and customer delivery commitments.
  • Lead recovery actions for at-risk builds and coordinate prioritization decisions with operations leadership.
  • Support NPI / NPDI gate progression by ensuring manufacturing and execution readiness at each stage.
  • Identify and manage execution vulnerabilities related to capacity, materials, or schedule constraints.

Engineering Readiness, BOM Governance & Change Management
  • Govern BOM accuracy, maturity, and readiness across assigned programs and ensure alignment with released engineering configurations.
  • Ensure engineering changes (ECO/CO), customer change requests, and submittals are properly evaluated, tracked, and implemented without disruption to production schedules.
  • Partner with Engineering, Master Data, and Procurement teams to ensure accurate product configuration and ERP system alignment.
  • Validate BOM integrity, including part numbers, sourcing attributes, and revision control across systems (Oracle Fusion / EBS).
  • Ensure engineering release and configuration changes support ETO (Engineer-to-Order) and NPDI gate progression requirements.
  • Manage execution impact of design changes, customer modifications, and configuration updates.
  • Ensure BOM readiness supports uninterrupted manufacturing execution and shipment commitments.

Material Readiness & Supply Chain Coordination
  • Partner with Procurement, Supply Chain, and Materials teams to ensure availability of critical and long-lead components.
  • Monitor material shortages, allocation risks, and supplier constraints impacting execution timelines.
  • Ensure ERP signals accurately reflect material readiness, demand, and build feasibility.
  • Drive resolution of material constraints to protect production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
  • Align material availability with factory execution plans and shipment sequencing.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for execution risks across Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Customer interfaces.
  • Facilitate structured delivery assurance reviews, including production readiness, risk reviews, and recovery planning sessions.
  • Provide regular reporting to senior leadership and customers on delivery status, risks, shipment forecasts, and mitigation actions.
  • Maintain clear and consistent communication cadence with customers regarding overall program progress, delivery performance, and potential schedule impacts.
  • Drive accountability across all functions to ensure execution commitments are met.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or related field.
  • 10-12+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain, delivery assurance, program execution, or engineering operations.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing execution, BOM structures, and engineering change processes.
  • Experience with ERP systems (Oracle Fusion / Oracle EBS preferred).
  • Experience working in complex, multi-site manufacturing environments.
  • Strong analytical, operational, and communication skills with high attention to execution detail.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional execution in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in NPI / NPDI or ETO (Engineer-to-Order) program environments.
  • Experience managing customer-facing delivery coordination and general contractor / integrator relationships.
  • Lean / Six Sigma or operational excellence experience.
  • PMP or formal project/program management certification.
  • Experience with Power BI or operational analytics tools.
  • Familiarity with SIOP / IBP planning processes.

Travel Requirements
  • Up to 10% travel as required.

Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to ensuring that engineering release, BOM integrity, material readiness, factory execution, installation coordination, and customer delivery operate as a fully synchronized system. By driving disciplined execution across internal teams and external stakeholders-including customers, contractors, and integrators-this position ensures reliable delivery of complex customer programs and directly impacts operational performance, customer satisfaction, and business success.
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV 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
  • Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
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, 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@vertiv.com.

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