Operations Manager

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.Make Your Mark at Prysmian Group - Join UsPosition SummaryReporting to the Plant Director, the Operations Manager is responsible for executing the production plan through optimal utilization of labor, materials, and equipment to meet production targets and manufacturing objectives. This role oversees a $14M operation with 4 direct reports.Principal ResponsibilitiesLead a “Zero and Beyond” safety culture, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and company standards while supporting Corporate Social Responsibility effortsExecute daily, weekly, and monthly production targets with a focus on cost, efficiency, and throughput optimizationManage material flow, factory constraints, and bottlenecks to maximize operational performance and inventory efficiency (RM, WIP, FG) in partnership with Supply ChainDrive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Tier communication, and 6S methodologies to resolve root causes and improve performancePartner cross-functionally: Engineering – process improvements and productivity goalsMaintenance – preventive maintenance and equipment reliabilityQuality – in-process controls, scrap reduction, and customer standardsLead and develop teams, including training, performance management, and employee relations in alignment with collective agreements, company policy, and labor regulationsAdminister company policies and ensure consistent application of pay, promotion, and disciplinary processesAnalyze KPIs and performance data to drive data-based decisions and continuous improvement actionsChampion manufacturing objectives through strong project management, including leading deployment of high-level programs (safety, quality, operational initiatives)Facilitate organizational change with strong communication across all levelsPerform other duties as requiredEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field7–10 years of management experience; manufacturing environment preferredExcellent communication skillsRequired (Must-Have)Demonstrated management and leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong background in continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)Proven experience leading projects or deploying large-scale programs, particularly in operations, safety, or qualityAbility to drive execution and results in a fast-paced, complex environmentStrong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple complex priorities with attention to detailStrong communication skills (including presentations and tools such as Microsoft Teams)Preferred (Nice-to-Have)Experience in extrusion or cable manufacturing processes (highly preferred)Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt/Black Belt)Experience with ERP/MES systems (SAP experience is a plus)-----------------------------------------Job Offer Fraud AlertWe take the security of our candidates seriously. 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