Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures 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.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. 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.

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Overview:

This is a night shift position working from 7P-7A with the following work schedule: Week 1 Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday. Week 2 Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.  

Reporting to the Process Unit Manager, this position is responsible for leadership and coordination of all activities on their assigned shift(s). The position requires a strong ability to coach and mentor teams while assuring the efficient utilization of a talented workforce and equipment. The position is a coach to associates to coordinate production to meet safety, quality, workflow, manning, material handling, and maintenance goals as necessary to ensure efficient continuous production. Lean Manufacturing techniques will be used to drive continuous improvement. The Shift Coordinator will be required to be present at shift change meetings. The end goal is to develop high performing, self-directed work teams within manufacturing cells. 

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Associates that desire the position of Production Supervisor must be able to present anecdotal evidence that they possess the following characteristics:

Ability to empower associates to raise the bar (examples in the following areas):

Safety PracticesShift HandoffsProduction Team Performance (Quality, Output, etc.)6S

Initiative and ability to successfully utilize change management principles to develop the Prysmian culture into an Operator Led environment. 

Ability and passion to be responsible for their shift.Quick, but accurate analytical judgment.Ability to commit time required to ensure operational concerns are addressed when plant operations are active.Consistently address performance issues with teams and individuals.Strong communication, relationship, leadership, and problem-solving skills to coach and create high performing work teams.Strong understanding of the teams’ strengths, weaknesses, ambitions, and personalities.Coach associates for effectiveness, efficiency, and performance safety practices, utilizing Lean principles to reduce scrap, usage and waste based upon this knowledge. Evaluates process and work performance on each employee and coaches for improvement as necessary.Leads, yet eventually hands off leadership of daily production meetings to cell associates.Champion for Prysmian and a game changer in looking for ways to continually improve the team. Must have the drive to develop and prepare for the roles of greater responsibility and scope.Strong computing skills in Microsoft Office applications to communicate knowledge on all levels of the organization.Assist in creation and implementation of standard work.

Examples of coaching are shown below, but not limited to these items:

Coordinates the activities of the star points for Safety, Quality, Production, Materials, and HR. 

Coaches safety star point to ensure Near Miss and Accident reporting is properly completed.Coaches associates to plan work and production for the shift using thorough, up-to-date knowledge of the processes and the equipment.Coaches Technical Liaison to solve technical issues within the cell. Utilize/Coach team leads to make necessary decisions with regards to safety, workflow scheduling, material handling, quality, and maintenance.Engages in regular two-way problem solving, uses data analysis to identify improvement opportunities, and teaches associates how to utilize controls to make better decisions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

A results driven individual who has demonstrated ability working in a high performance manufacturing environmentAble to understand, communicate and improve key performance metricsMust have good attention to detail, but be able to manage the plant expectationsMust be able to manage multiple, complex tasks and deal easily with pressure on a day in and day out basisMust be able to motivate, communicate and drive continuous improvementCritical thinker, with strong analytical abilitiesGood written and oral communication skillsSolid planning, leadership, and administrative skillsHigh energy, demonstrates urgency in a fast pace environmentGood understanding of business principles and practices; can manage the manufacturing function to a bottom line result

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business is preferred.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work environment is a typical manufacturing floor setting that requires safety glasses, steel-toed safety shoes, and hearing protection. The manufacturing floor is climate controlled; however, the temperature will vary based on external ambient conditions. This position requires extended standing and walking on concrete for up to 12 hours per workday. The employee must be able to talk and hear while wearing hearing protection. The employee will occasionally pick up items weighing up to 35 pounds and be able to apply the same force to roll reels. Color vision and the ability to adjust focus from near to far are needed to perform the functions of this role.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at talent.mobility@prysmiangroup.com.

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