As the Manufacturing Manager, you will lead the charge in creating a work environment that prioritizes the safety of all employees. At the same time, you will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency and ensuring the consistent production of high-quality products that are delivered on time to customers within established cost targets.
The Manufacturing Manager reports to the Plant Director and is responsible for managing the manufacturing process of multiple value streams. The manufacturing manager will have a combination of Value Stream Managers and Production Supervisors reporting directly to them. They are tasked with effectively utilizing materials, labor, and equipment to meet the business plan while ensuring a safe work environment.
The Manufacturing Manager oversees the total production of the facility, including safety records, production requirements, defect levels, waste, and work order attainment. This role is critical in ensuring efficient and effective production processes to meet customer demands while staying within established cost targets.
Responsibilities and Expectations:
- Leads efforts to achieve a “Zero and Beyond” culture, eliminate all injuries, and positions the plant as a good community partner through our Corporate Social Responsibly efforts.
- Achieves daily, weekly, monthly production targets at minimal cost, maximum efficiency, and maximum quality.
- Works with Quality control to enhance in process controls to minimize scrap and meet customer high quality standards.
- Drives continuous improvement through appropriate coaching, training, and process improvement.
- Champions, with Value Stream Managers and Supervisors, operator led process control, lean manufacturing and six sigma concepts and programs.
- Knowledge and application of Tier Communication and 6-S.
- Administers company policies and practices.
- Works with materials management to optimize load, to minimize downtime, bottlenecks, unfavorable material mix and to reduce raw material, WIP and FG inventories.
- Works with Engineering to enhance process improvement resulting in achieving productivity goal.
- Works with Maintenance to ensure preventative maintenance programs match production requirements and maximize equipment efficiencies.
- Champions manufacturing objectives and possesses Project Management skills through leading and facilitating projects.
- Experience facilitating organizational change with good oral and verbal communication skills throughout all levels of the organization.
- Uses Continuous Improvement tools to troubleshoot recurring issues and eliminate root cause process failures.
- Analyzes KPI’s to prepare charts/records and initiate remedial action.
- Manages labor and employee relations in accordance with corporate policies ensuring pay rates, promotions, demotions, and termination of employment are applied consistently and with due process and diligence.
- Reviews material/facility usage.
- Performs other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
- Proven success in leading cross-functional teams and driving operational improvements.
- Strong analytical, communication, and planning skills.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
- Experience in the power distribution industry a plus.” I.E. Former experience in wire & cable, power generation, utilities, transmission companies, etc.
- Fluency in a second language.
- Geographic flexibility.
WHAT YOU BRING
- A results-driven mindset with a passion for operational excellence.
- Ability to lead through influence, inspire teams, and manage complexity.
- Commitment to safety, sustainability, and community engagement.
- Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Strategic Agility
- Operational Excellence
- Talent Development
- Change Leadership
- Customer Centricity
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Office-based role with regular interaction on the plant floor.
- Requires sitting, bending, kneeling, squatting, and lifting up to thirty pounds occasionally.
- Must thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and respond effectively to unexpected challenges.
- Occasional travel required.
WHY PRYSMIAN?
At Prysmian, you’ll be part of a global team that values innovation, sustainability, and diversity. We offer competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact.
Ready to lead the future of manufacturing? Apply today and Make Your Mark at Prysmian.
Prysmian Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
