Plant Director

Overview

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian 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. Every employee has the potential to make their mark; you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Summary

The Plant Director is accountable for providing leadership and innovative management of the resources allocated to the plant in Jackson, TN. They are responsible for achieving annual and long-term objectives which will allow the Division to reach its goals for profitability and growth. The Plant Director must develop strategies and tactics aligned with the overall direction and consistent with our expectations for Safety, Quality, People, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost management.

• Lead efforts to achieve a “Zero and Beyond” culture, eliminate all injuries, and position the plant as a good community partner through Corporate Social Responsibility efforts.
• Lead and direct all plant operations to meet performance goals through superior leadership and delegation/mentoring of departmental managers.
• Analyze overall operation performance and drive continual improvement to achieve year-to-year productivity improvements, optimal inventory levels and turns, and superior delivery performance.
• Act as the standard bearer for Operational Excellence philosophies, driving continuous improvement to eliminate waste, improve day-to-day operations, and empower all associates with a culture of excellence.
• Demonstrate a passion for Talent Management by hiring and developing the best associates and leaders in the industry in both hourly and salaried ranks.
• Manage labor and employee relations in accordance with federal/state law and corporate policies, ensuring pay rates, promotions, demotions, and terminations are applied consistently and with due process.
• Review Capex, Opex, and material/facility usage to ensure cost-effective plant operation. Recommend and approve major purchases of equipment, material and supplies for the facility.
• Provide direction and lead the preparation of the Plant annual business plan and budget. Set objectives for all departments consistent with meeting business plan/metrics.
• Collaborate with sales and product management to optimize customer relations and plant productivity.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Leads efforts toward a “Zero and Beyond” culture and community partnership through Corporate Social Responsibility.
• Leads and directs all plant operations to meet performance goals through leadership and mentoring of departmental managers.
• Analyzes performance and drives continual improvement for productivity, inventory management, and delivery.
• Champions Operational Excellence and continuous improvement to eliminate waste and empower associates.
• Passion for Talent Management, hiring and developing top talent in both hourly and salaried roles.
• Labor and employee relations management with attention to lawful and consistent application of policies.
• Cost control through review of Capex/Opex and material/facility usage; approves major purchases.
• Strategic planning and budgeting aligned with business goals.
• Collaboration with sales/product teams to optimize customer relations and plant efficiency.
• Willingness to perform other related duties as required.

• Results-driven self-starter capable of thriving in a high-performance manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple, complex tasks with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to motivate, communicate, and lead continuous improvement.
• Excellent analytical abilities.
• Proven safety leadership that translates into tangible results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid leadership and…