Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Plant Controller to serve as financial leader at our manufacturing facility specializing in datacenter infrastructure solutions. This strategic role combines financial leadership with operational oversight, requiring significant shop floor presence to drive business performance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Operational Leadership:

• Maintain regular shop floor presence to understand processes, identify improvement opportunities, and build strong relationships with operations teams
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive operational efficiency and cost optimization
• Participate in strategic planning and execution of plant transformation projects
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with diverse external stakeholders

Financial Leadership:

• Accountable for all plant financials: Conversion, Freight and Warehousing Costs, Inventory and Capex
• Translate shop floor observations into actionable financial insights and improvement initiatives
• Develop and monitor KPIs that bridge operational and financial performance
• Lead cost reduction programs through direct engagement with production teams
• Ensure robust financial controls while maintaining operational flexibility

Operational Excellence:

• Partner with operations leaders to optimize production processes and resource utilization
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects
• Lead value stream mapping exercises to identify waste and improvement opportunities
• Actively participate in production meetings and problem-solving sessions

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred
• CPA certification preferred
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience in manufacturing, with demonstrated operational involvement
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Proven experience in both financial management and operations leadership
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing change initiatives
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes and shop floor operations
• Strong presence and ability to effectively communicate with all organizational levels
• Proven track record in stakeholder management and relationship building
• Experience in union environments and contract negotiations
• Strong diplomatic skills and ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes

Key Competencies:

• Hands-on leadership style with willingness to spend significant time on the shop floor
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution
• Strong change management and team development skills
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Excellence in relationship building and stakeholder management
• Cultural awareness and ability to operate in diverse environments
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Public speaking and external representation capabilities

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• None

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None

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 [email protected]. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

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.