Production Supervisor

Prysmian Group Job OpportunityPrysmian 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.Principal Duties & Responsibilities:This position is responsible for the direction of assigned production resources to ensure optimum manufacturing performance regarding minimizing cost and achieving the highest possible levels of quality and delivery in accordance with the approved business plan. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for the managing of hourly direct labor team members in the assigned manufacturing areas and shift. This position is also responsible for effectively managing cross-functional relationships with other departments to support effective use of manpower, materials, and equipment, as well as productivity improvement initiatives.Core Competencies:Customer Focus – Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customersIntegrity and Trust - Is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful mannerPlanning - Sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and action plans; measures performance against goals and evaluates resultsDrive for Results - Exceeds goals consistently and is one of the top performers; very bottom-line orientedBuilding Effective Teams - Blends people into teams; defines success within teamManaging Vision and Purpose - Communicates a compelling and inspired vision; rallies support behind the vision; makes the vision sharable by everyone; inspires and motivate entire units or organizationsKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:A result driven individual who has demonstrated ability working in a high-performance manufacturing environmentProven experience in manufacturing managementMust have good attention to details, while also managing the big pictureMust be able to manage multiple tasks and deal easily with competing prioritiesMust be able to motivate, communicate and drive continuous improvementCritical thinker, with excellent analytical abilitiesGood written and oral communication skillsSolid planning, leadership, and administrative skillsDemonstrates a strong drive for resultsGood understanding of business principles and practices; can effectively manage the manufacturing function with a bottom-line resultQualifications:Required:1-3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required3 – 5 years' experience in a team-based manufacturing environment requiredStrong MS Office and systems backgroundDemonstrated ability to lead hourly manufacturing employees, manage performance, and hold employees accountable to safety, quality, and production standards.Preferred:Experience in wire, cable, extrusion, or related manufacturing environments preferredExperience working in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred.Experience in continuous-process or high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.Education:High School Diploma or GED required.Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred.Equivalent manufacturing leadership experience may be substituted for formal education.