Quality Management Sr. Manager

Who are we

At Vertiv we are on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple card swipe to life-changing medicines from push notifications to generative AI we design manufacture and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

We are actively seeking aLaboratory Managerto lead our growing team inDelaware Ohio!With a focus on quality and reliability this role is key to maintaining customer trust and satisfaction. Testing our products plays a pivotal role in the process in delighting our customers. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the Test Department from the bottom up.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Laboratory Managerleads a local team of Test Engineers Reliability Engineers and Test Technicians in the design construction and execution of reliability safety and electromagnetic testing. The role oversees daily activities across multiple products including three-phase uninterruptible power supplies rack power distribution telecommunications power equipment static transfer switches and other connectivity appliances. The Lab Manager interfaces regularly with internal business partners in planning capacity and capability in test execution.

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for planning the capital and operation expenses on a yearly basis. Likewise they are responsible for tracking the capital and operational spend on a quarterly basis. This role is responsible for the replacement and repairs of all lab equipment. On a yearly basis the Lab Manager shall plan capital expenditures for new or replacement equipment. This role also ensures all lab equipment is calibrated per the companys policy.

The Laboratory Manager provides periodic updates to the Director of Quality with regards to budgetary items 5S and Safety employee performance and process improvement opportunities. The Laboratory Manager provides performance reviews of their direct reports as per the company policy.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily supervision of laboratory operations and personnel
• Interface with internal business partners for testing requirements
• Schedule laboratory resources
• Coordinate with laboratory managers in other regions for best practices
• Annual capital expenditure planning
• Maintenance contracts for laboratory equipment
• Periodically attend industry events
• Maintain ISO 17025 certification
• Implement Capability Maturity Model Integration Maturity Level 5 within lab operations

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering orequivalent experience
• 10years of electrical or mechanical engineering product development design repair or supportexperience including personnel leadership
• Working knowledge in power/electrical engineering; three-phase alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) power IGBTs inverters rectifiers microprocessor and sensor interfacing firmware interfacing DC batteries connectors/wire- harnesses
• Working knowledge in large and small scale cooling systems
• Strong ability to read and understand electrical schematics and PCBA layouts
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve and prevent a wide range of problems quickly andmethodically
• Ability to operate in an electro-mechanical testing lab environment safely and successfully
• Must be comfortable interfacing with customer and at times traveling to sites to troubleshoot difficult or high-profile technicalissues
• Excellent planning organizing documentation and communicationskills
• Ability to multitask and operate in cross functional global developmentteams
• Travel 15%