Plant Director: Lean Operations & Safety Champion

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

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.