Manufacturing Project Lead — Lean & Process Improvement

Prysmian; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in McKinney, TX to lead safety initiatives, optimize processes, and drive Lean Sigma improvements on a 24/7 operation. You will train teams, analyze CTQ/CTP, and implement sustained process controls using DOE and SPC techniques.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing, a technical degree, ability to travel up to 50%, and strong project management and communication skills to collaborate across functions and shift teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in ME, EE, IE, CE (MS also considered).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing processes and equipment in continuous operation.
• Proven track record in design/re-design, installation, operation and maintenance of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong project management abilities.
• Proven ability to use DOE and SPC techniques; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt a plus.
• Able to manage multiple complex tasks and handle pressure daily.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible work schedule to support 24/7 operations.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety leadership and advance our safety culture.
• Share expertise through training and leading others in best practices.
• Evaluate risk/reward of improvement opportunities and advocate Lean Sigma thinking.
• Lead and influence diverse teams at various levels.
• Improve yield, efficiency, and capacity to meet strategic objectives.
• Develop, document, implement and sustain manufacturing processes using data and statistical tools.
• Understand and use control systems and instrumentation to improve process capabilities.
• Procure and commission new manufacturing equipment and instrumentation with cost justification.
• Hands-on troubleshooting on the shop floor to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain performance specifications and BOMs for current products.
• Perform Lean Facilitator duties to sustain lean initiatives.

Skills

DOE/SPC techniques

Project management

Lean Sigma

Process troubleshooting

Communication skills

Flexibility/shift readiness

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in ME/EE/IE/CE

Job description

Prysmian is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in McKinney, TX to lead safety initiatives, optimize processes, and drive Lean Sigma improvements on a 24/7 operation. You will train teams, analyze CTQ/CTP, and implement sustained process controls using DOE and SPC techniques.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing, a technical degree, ability to travel up to 50%, and strong project management and communication skills to collaborate across functions and shift teams.