Lean Manufacturing Leader

Prysmian; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead the operation, improve efficiency, and drive safe, on-time production. You will mentor teams, implement Lean-Sigma initiatives, and ensure KPI targets are met across safety, quality, and productivity.

The role requires a BS in engineering or related field with 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, plus strong interpersonal skills and a passion for continuous improvement. Salary aligns with U.S. market norms.

Qualifications

• BS degree required in engineering or related practical fields; business or organizational management also acceptable.
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts.
• Managerial courage with strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong focus on safety first, followed by quality.
• Lean-Six Sigma Green belt preferred. SAP desired.

Responsibilities

• Creates, implements and drives safety initiatives to foster an accident-free culture.
• Ensures safety commitment and engagement from all associates with open dialogue.
• Exceeds product quality expectations while meeting on-time manufacturing and design specs.
• Manages safety, production quantity, customer service, defects, waste, and work order attainment as KPI owners.
• Leads and mentors cell coordinators and teams to ensure proper skills and performance.
• Ensures resources are available and utilized; promotes continuous development of hourly associates.
• Leads 6S activities and enforces a data-driven improvement culture.
• Collaborates across departments to optimize manpower, materials, and equipment usage and improve productivity and quality.
• Drives Kaizen events and lean improvements; communicates decisions and supports operator-led initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Safety

Mentoring

Data-driven decisions

Education

BS in engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Prysmian is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead the operation, improve efficiency, and drive safe, on-time production. You will mentor teams, implement Lean-Sigma initiatives, and ensure KPI targets are met across safety, quality, and productivity.

The role requires a BS in engineering or related field with 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, plus strong interpersonal skills and a passion for continuous improvement. Salary aligns with U.S. market norms.