Plant Director

Prysmian; Saint-Jérôme; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Pr ysmian Group in Saint-Jérôme, QC seeks a Plant Director to lead a leading NA cable manufacturing site specializing in medium-voltage and utility cables. The role reports to the Vice President of Power Distribution Manufacturing and focuses on operational excellence, safety, and strategic growth.

You will develop and lead a high-performing team, manage capital planning, and ensure alignment with Prysmian's goals.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Fluency in French (written and spoken) is required, along with proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Planning skills

French & English

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

#LI-Onsite

St Jerome, QC

Full time

R-37381

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 30,000 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 Saint Jerome plant is a leading NA cable manufacturing site specializing in medium-voltage and utility cable products for Canadian utilities. The plant is a union facility operating a 24/7 schedule with roughly 100 employees. The plant traces its legacy back over 50 years and plays a strategic role in Prysmian Canada's Québec manufacturing cluster because of its specialized medium-voltage utility capabilities and experienced workforce.

As Plant Director of our Saint Jerome facility , you will lead one of Prysmian's 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 Prysmian's mission to deliver world-class cable solutions.

As Plant Director, you will be entrusted with leading and developing of a high-performing team and shaping the future of Prysmian's Saint Jerome 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

• Bachelor's 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.
• Fluency in French (written and spoken) is required, along with proficiency in English due to regular communication with team members located outside Québec and Canada.

Preferred

• Master's degree or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience in cable manufacturing or related / similar industry (wire & cable, extrusion, etc.)
• Fluency in additional languages beyond French and English
• Geographic flexibility
• Union negotiation experience

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, you'll 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.

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.

Visit our DE&I Page (https://www.prysmian.com/en/people-and-careers/why-prysmian/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.

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Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation . By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of technological leadership and innovation , and a strong customer base , the company is well-placed to capitalise on its leading positions and win in new, growing markets. Prysmian's business strategy perfectly matches key market drivers by developing resilient , high-performing , sustainable and innovative cable solutions in the segments of Transmission, Power Grid, Electrification and Digital Solutions . Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, about 30,000 employees, 108 plants and 26 R&D centres in over 50 countries, and sales of over €15 billion in 2023.