Machine Operator

Prysmian; Lawrenceburg (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation and personal time

Night shift premium

Health insurance Day 1

HSA contributions

401(k) match up to 6%

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Home and auto discounts

Accident insurance

Critical illness insurance

Parental Leave Policy

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking a Production Line Operator in Lawrenceburg, KY. You will monitor plastic extrusion or stranding lines to ensure high-quality cable production and perform machine startups, changeovers, and maintenance. You must pass background, drug screens, and a skills test.

Shift is 12 hours with a premium for night work and opportunities to advance in a global manufacturing leader. The role requires a high school diploma, 1–2 years in manufacturing or warehouse work, color-detection

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing/warehouse experience (within the last 7 years).
• Ability to pass a skills test, background check, and drug screening.
• Visual ability to distinguish 12 basic colors.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and manually roll reels up to 800 lbs (with or without accommodation).
• Comfortable working 12-hour shifts with physical movement (stooping, bending, standing, sitting).

Responsibilities

• Monitor extrusion or stranding lines to ensure high-quality, timely cable production.
• Perform machine startups, changeovers, and preventative maintenance.
• Conduct measurement checks to meet quality standards.
• Report production issues and equipment concerns proactively.
• Follow all safety and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Color vision

Physical strength

12-hour shifts

Manual material handling

Quality checks

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Tape measures

Thickness gauges

Job description

Build a Career That Connects the World – Join Prysmian Today!

Prysmian is the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and innovative cable systems for the transmission, power grid, electricity and digital solutions. From underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, to medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors, we keep the lights on. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission connecting the world.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

Why Join Prysmian Lawrenceburg?

Starting Salary Rate: $21.24

Shift: ($2 night shift premium available).

• 12 hour 2-2-3 Schedule: 7:00PM – 7:00AM (3rd).

Benefits & Perks:

• 13 paid holidays plus vacation and personal time.


• Performance based hourly pay.


• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance benefits - Day 1.


• Health & Wellbeing Program with HSA contributions.


• 401(k) match up to 6%.


• Generous parental leave and adoption assistance.


• Home and Auto Discounts.


• Accident Insurance.


• Critical Illness Insurance.


• Parental Leave Policy.


• Pet Insurance.


• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships for employees and dependents.

Production Line Operator Role:

As a Production Line Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing process:

• Monitor plastic extrusion or stranding lines to ensure high-quality, timely cable production.


• Perform machine startups, changeovers, and preventative maintenance.


• Conduct measurement checks to meet quality standards.


• Report production issues and equipment concerns proactively.


• Follow all safety and regulatory guidelines.

What You Bring:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing and/or warehouse roles (within the last 7 years).


• Ability to pass a skills test, background check, and drug screening.


• Visual ability to distinguish 12 basic colors.


• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and manually roll reels up to 800 lbs (with or without accommodation).


• Comfortable working 12-hour shifts with physical movement (stooping, bending, standing, sitting).

Preferred:

• Proficiency in basic calculations and measurement tools (calipers, tape measures, thickness gauges).


• Full range of motion in shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers.