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Plant Director

Prysmian Group

Scottsville, Texas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Social Responsibility, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Distribution Services, Industrial Relations, Infrastructure Construction, International Business, Investment Capital, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Low Voltage (LV), Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Market Share, Mentoring, Operational Strategy, Power Transmission, Production Systems, Production Volume, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Resource Management, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Talent Management, Telecommunications, Voice Products
LOCATION
Scottsville, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
Prysmian is the global leader in energy and telecom cable systems. Every year, we manufacture thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for construction and infrastructure. We also produce a full range of optical fibers, copper cables, and connectivity solutions for voice, video, and data transmission.

With over 30,000 employees across 50+ countries, Prysmian is transforming how the world connects and powers its future. At every level, our people are empowered to make an impact. Join us and Make Your Mark.

Lead Transformation at a Global Industry Leader:
Prysmian, the world’s largest manufacturer of energy and telecom cables, is seeking a seasoned executive to lead our largest manufacturing facility in Marshall, TX. As Plant Director, you will be at the helm of a high-impact operation, driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and cultural transformation in alignment with our global mission.

This is more than a plant leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy infrastructure across North America.

Your Mission:
Reporting directly to the Vice President of Power Distribution Manufacturing, you will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the Marshall plant, overseeing a team of 500+ and managing a complex, high-volume production environment. Your leadership will directly influence Prysmian’s ability to deliver on customer commitments, innovate in manufacturing, and grow market share.

Key Executive Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
  • Define and execute the long-term vision for the Marshall facility, aligning with global business objectives.
  • Lead transformation initiatives that elevate safety, quality, and productivity while fostering innovation.
  • Serve as a key voice in regional and global manufacturing strategy discussions.
Operational Excellence:
  • Drive Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement programs to optimize throughput and cost efficiency.
  • Oversee capital investment planning, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with global standards and regulatory requirements.
Talent & Culture:
  • Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team across operations, engineering, and support functions.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, inclusion, and performance.
  • Navigate complex labor relations with integrity and strategic foresight.
Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with executive leadership, supply chain, and commercial teams to align plant capabilities with customer needs.
  • Represent the plant in corporate forums, audits, and strategic reviews.
  • Engage with local communities and drive Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
Ideal Profile:
  • Proven executive leadership in manufacturing, with 10+ years of experience managing large-scale operations.
  • Strong track record of strategic execution, change management, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational turnaround.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field; master’s preferred.
  • Experience in the wire & cable, power distribution, or industrial manufacturing sectors is a plus.
Executive Competencies:
  • Visionary Leadership
  • Strategic Agility
  • Operational Mastery
  • Talent Development
  • Stakeholder Influence
Why Prysmian?
At Prysmian, we empower leaders to drive real impact. You’ll join a global organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. As Plant Director, you’ll have the autonomy to lead, the resources to succeed, and the opportunity to shape the future of energy infrastructure.

Ready to lead transformation? Apply now and make your mark.

About the Company

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Prysmian Group

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.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Manufacturing - Other
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Parking, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Stock Options, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1879
WEBSITE
https://www.prysmiangroup.com/en/careers/what-we-offer/sell-it-program