Plant Director

MAKE YOUR MARK AT PRYSMIAN GROUP

Prysmian Group 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 30000 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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Williamsport plant is a leading U.S. cable manufacturing facility producing power distribution cables overhead transmission lines and low voltage service plant is a non-union facility operating a 24/7 schedule with 290 employees. The plant traces its legacy back to 1965 and has recently expanded to serve critical infrastructure needs across North America.

As Plant Director of our Williamsport facility you will lead one of Prysmians key manufacturing sites in North America. Reporting to the Vice President Power Distribution Manufacturing you will be responsible for driving operational excellence safety and strategic growth. Your leadership will shape plant performance empower teams and support Prysmians mission to deliver world-class cable solutions.

As Plant Director you will be entrusted with leading a high-performing team and shaping the future of Prysmians Williamsport operations. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to deliver world-class cable solutions exceed customer expectations and drive sustainable growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Strategy

• Champion a culture of safety inclusion and continuous improvement aligned with our Zero and Beyond philosophy.
• Provide visionary leadership to drive operational excellence and align plant performance with long-term business strategy.
• Set strategic direction for the facility aligning departmental objectives with corporate performance metrics.

Operational Excellence

• Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in throughput cost reduction and quality.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators including inventory turns delivery performance and cost efficiency.
• Oversee capital planning budgeting and resource allocation to ensure cost-effective operations.

Talent & Culture

• Attract retain and develop top talent across both hourly and salaried teams.
• Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability collaboration and growth.
• Ensure fair and consistent labor and employee relations in alignment with collective agreements and corporate policies.

Customer & Business Impact

• Partner with commercial and product teams to align manufacturing capabilities with evolving customer and market demands.
• Lead the development of the annual business plan and budget ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelors degree in engineering or related field.
• 10 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

• Masters degree or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• 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 youll 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.

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.

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