Operations Manager

Prysmian; Bethiah (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian, the world leader in energy and telecom cable systems, is seeking an Operations Manager to execute the production plan and lead a $14M operation with 4 direct reports. The role focuses on optimizing labor, materials, and equipment to meet targets while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality, and develop teams through performance management and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 7-10 years of management experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated management and leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Proven experience leading projects or deploying large-scale programs in operations, safety, or quality.
• Ability to drive execution in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 'Zero and Beyond' safety culture, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company standards while supporting Corporate Social Responsibility efforts.
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly production targets with a focus on cost, efficiency, and throughput optimization.
• Manage material flow, factory constraints, and bottlenecks to maximize operational performance and inventory efficiency (RM, WIP, FG) in partnership with Supply Chain.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Tier communication, and 6S methodologies to resolve root causes and improve performance.
• Partner cross-functionally: Engineering - process improvements and productivity goals; Maintenance - preventive maintenance and equipment reliability; Quality - in-process controls, scrap reduction, and customer standards.
• Lead and develop teams, including training, performance management, and employee relations in alignment with collective agreements, company policy, and labor regulations.
• Administer company policies and ensure consistent application of pay, promotion, and disciplinary processes.
• Analyze KPIs and performance data to drive data-based decisions and continuous improvement actions.
• Champion manufacturing objectives through strong project management, including leading deployment of high-level programs (safety, quality, operational initiatives).
• Facilitate organizational change with strong communication across all levels.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP/MES systems

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Plant Director, the Operations Manager is responsible for executing the production plan through optimal utilization of labor, materials, and equipment to meet production targets and manufacturing objectives. This role oversees a $14M operation with 4 direct reports.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead a "Zero and Beyond" safety culture, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and company standards while supporting Corporate Social Responsibility efforts.
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly production targets with a focus on cost, efficiency, and throughput optimization.
• Manage material flow, factory constraints, and bottlenecks to maximize operational performance and inventory efficiency (RM, WIP, FG) in partnership with Supply Chain.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Tier communication, and 6S methodologies to resolve root causes and improve performance.
• Partner cross-functionally:
  • Engineering - process improvements and productivity goals.
  • Maintenance - preventive maintenance and equipment reliability.
  • Quality - in-process controls, scrap reduction, and customer standards.
• Lead and develop teams, including training, performance management, and employee relations in alignment with collective agreements, company policy, and labor regulations.
• Administer company policies and ensure consistent application of pay, promotion, and disciplinary processes.
• Analyze KPIs and performance data to drive data-based decisions and continuous improvement actions.
• Champion manufacturing objectives through strong project management, including leading deployment of high-level programs (safety, quality, operational initiatives).
• Facilitate organizational change with strong communication across all levels.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 7-10 years of management experience; manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.

Required (Must-Have)

• Demonstrated management and leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Proven experience leading projects or deploying large-scale programs, particularly in operations, safety, or quality.
• Ability to drive execution and results in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex priorities with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills (including presentations and tools such as Microsoft Teams).

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience in extrusion or cable manufacturing processes (highly preferred).
• Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt/Black Belt).
• Experience with ERP/MES systems (SAP experience is a plus).