“Be authentic, always look forward, be eager to partner with others and go into your workspace with a smile, even on tough days.”

Olivier works in Betschdorf, France as a plant manager for our Enclosures business segment. He has been with us for over 19 years. Olivier’s journey is an inspiring tale of ambition, persistence, and the power of positive thinking.

Olivier began his career as an apprentice with aspirations of becoming a production manager. Not much longer after joining the team, he was given the opportunity to put his dreams into motion. “I had the chance after two years of apprenticeship to be hired by Schroff (now a part of nVent) as a team leader in production,” Olivier recalls.

Over the years, Olivier has worn many hats within the plant, including engineering, lean and production management. Each position has allowed him to gain a wealth of experience in the manufacturing industry. His steadfast focus on forward-thinking and problem-solving has been a driving force behind his success. “No day is ever the same…that’s what I like. As I collaborate with my team, we solve issues together,” says Olivier. “I encourage them to find solutions that eliminate waste.”

Olivier’s first year as plant manager was eye-opening and filled with an abundance of learning opportunities. With a large backlog of overdue orders and pressure coming from all directions, his positive attitude and the support of his team helped them finish the year without any backlog remaining. This experience helped the team come together to lean into nVent’s Win Right values. “In addition to our value of Positive Energy; Respect and Teamwork is also fundamental,” Olivier shares. “By igniting both of these values, we can push beyond any limits.”

For Olivier, managing others starts with recognizing that success isn’t a solo sport. As an avid basketball player of 30 years, he applies what he knows about teamwork to his day-to-day experiences at nVent. Authenticity is another integral part of his management style because he believes it is critical for establishing and maintaining trust. With these as his leading principles, his teammates are motivated to accomplish things that sometimes appear unachievable.

Olivier believes that the culture at nVent is unique because it fosters growth. “As a company, we are committed to accelerated growth,” he says. But growth isn’t limited to the company alone, it’s also readily available for all employees. “If you want to grow in your career, nVent offers a lot of possibilities and support,” Olivier explains. He also highlights the Electrify recognition platform where managers and employees alike can recognize colleagues that help them achieve their goals or celebrate their work anniversaries.

Olivier’s advice to his peers is to be authentic, always look forward, be eager to partner with others and go into your workspace with a smile, even on tough days. And if you’re a manager in a manufacturing environment, he encourages you to lean into developing relationships. “Don’t stay in an office, go on the shop floor. That’s where the value is created. A positive attitude will allow you to overcome challenges and set the team up for success,” he advises.

Learn how you can bring bold ideas, be authentic and build the future of a more sustainable and electrified world: nVent.com/careers.