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Manufacturing Manager

Prysmian Group

  • Claremont, North Carolina
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    Each year, the Group manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution , as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector .

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationClaremont, North Carolina
    IndustryManufacturing - Other
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1879
    Websitehttps://www.prysmiangroup.com/en/careers/what-we-offer/sell-it-program

    Description

    About Prysmian
    Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the Group manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector

    Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. 


    Team Overview and Job Responsibilities:
    • Develop and implement plans that execute the daily production schedule.
    • Hold the organization accountable for hitting daily goals and upholding quality / operational standards.
    • Use SAP and plant capacity models to determine staffing and work schedule requirements.
    • Initiate and participate in plant continuous improvement projects:  this role must support and drive lean initiatives in the manufacturing area.
    • Lead point of contact for industrial relations issues and business communication.  Leaders should be fair, consistent, predictable, transparent.
    • Improve the technical and decision-making capabilities of the Associates.
    • Be a steward of talent:  coach and develop associates and drive development plans for direct reports and organization.
    • Use plant data analysis tools for performance metric tracking, reporting, and problem solving.   Metrics include safety, quality, people, delivery, inventory, cost, and productivity.
    • Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly presentations on plant metrics and project status.
    • Participant and coach in Tiered Gemba / SQPDIC process and Layered Process Audits.
    • Conduct plant appearance, 6S, and safety audits.
    • Ensure all product meets requirements as defined by the Plant’s Quality Management Systems.
    • Comply with all applicable safety procedures and ISO14001 EMS guidelines;  partner with HSE to have an injury and illness free operation and an environmentally compliant site.
    • Other duties as assigned by supervisor or a member of management. 

    Who are we looking for?
    • BS/BA in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management or related – required.
    • Experience with Lean manufacturing or Training – required.
    • At least 5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment – required, non-union preferred.
    • Leadership experience in the optical fiber cabling industry – preferred.
    • Quality and customer focused, versatile and enjoys interaction with customers and other visitors.
    • Motivated Team Player – participate and contribute to a constructive working environment.
    • Demonstrated administrative aptitude, time management skills and ability to multi-task.
    • Capable of remaining calm & professional if dealing with stressful circumstances.
    • Able to work a variety of work schedules, including holiday and weekend emergency coverage.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills.
    • Data driven decision maker.
    • Intermediate / Advanced Proficiency in systems including MS Excel, MS Access, SAP.
    • Self-Starter with the ability to push an agenda and be an agent for change.

    Benefits

    Paid Sick Days, Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Life Insurance

    About Company

    Prysmian is world leader of the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, with some 19,000 employees across 50 countries worldwide.

    Prysmian Group operates 10 plants in North America serving the telecom and energy markets. The Group consists of Prysmian and Draka, two of the strongest and most respected commercial brands in the industry, whose highly complementary products and services meet the needs for two distinct sectors: Telecom Cables & Systems produces optical fibers, optical cables and connectivity for video, data and voice transmission. Prysmian Group has two fiber optic manufacturing facilities in the United States covering 1.5 million square feet, including the only co-located fiber and cable facility in North America.

    In our energy business, we design and produce cables and systems for the transmission and distribution of low, medium, high and extra high voltage systems. In 2009, Prysmian built the only Vertical Continuous Vulcanization line in North America in the Abbeville, SC plant. This facility is used to produce insulated high voltage cables. In addition, the group has a manufacturing facility in Prescott, Ontario to meet Canada’s power cabling needs.

    A key factor in managing the Group's business is attention to sustainable development and the environment. As part of its activities, the Prysmian Group is involved in implementing management and production processes which help improve environmental sustainability and safety at work, in accordance with the guidelines of its HSE policy.

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