Production Associate Jobs in Anderson, SC (NOW HIRING)

At Vertiv, we build the critical infrastructure that keeps the world's data centers running. As the Production Supervisor - Rigging & Mechanical Assembly, you will lead the daily operations of our Rigging department, supervising a team responsible for assembling, moving, and preparing large-scale mechanical systems used in our modular data center solutions. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with people management, requiring the ability to read and interpret blueprints, support mechanical assembly and rigging activities, and drive safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. Partnering closely with Engineering, Planning, Materials, and Quality, you'll help resolve production challenges, improve processes, and develop a high-performing team.

The Production Supervisor - Rigging & Mechanical Assembly in Pelzer SC, is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Rigging department, ensuring the safe and efficient assembly, movement, and preparation of mechanical components for final production.

This role provides technical leadership to a team of Mechanical Fitters and Assembly Technicians, supporting blueprint interpretation, assembly processes, material handling, and safe rigging practices while driving safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. The supervisor partners closely with Engineering, Planning, Materials, and Quality to resolve production issues, improve processes, and meet customer commitments.---

Responsibilities

Supervise the daily activities of Mechanical Fitters and Rigging personnel to meet safety, quality, productivity, and delivery objectives.

Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and work orders to ensure products are built to specification.

Provide technical guidance and support during mechanical assembly, rigging, and installation activities.

Coordinate the safe movement and positioning of large components using overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, slings, and other approved rigging equipment.

Ensure employees properly use hand tools, torque equipment, lifting devices, and material handling equipment while following established safety procedures.

Monitor daily production schedules and labor utilization to ensure customer delivery commitments are achieved.

Track and improve key performance indicators including productivity, quality, first-pass yield, schedule attainment, and safety.

Partner with Engineering, Planning, Materials, and Quality to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.

Train, coach, and develop employees while conducting performance reviews, attendance management, and corrective action as needed.

Promote Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.

Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.---

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.

3 + years of experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment.

Experience leading teams performing overhead cranes, mechanical assembly, fabrication, industrial equipment assembly, or similar manufacturing operations.

Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, engineering drawings, and assembly documentation.

Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.

Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs including safety, quality, productivity, schedule attainment, and labor efficiency.

Experience coaching employees, managing performance, and building high-performing teams.

Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

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Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or technical certification in Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related field.

Experience supervising rigging, mechanical fitting, heavy equipment assembly, or industrial manufacturing teams.

Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment.

Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

Experience supporting modular construction, industrial equipment, HVAC, electrical enclosures, or similar products.

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Physical Requirements

Ability to walk the production floor for extended periods.

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to climb ladders, bend, kneel, squat, and work around large mechanical assemblies.

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around moving equipment and overhead cranes.

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.