Optical Cable Manufacturing Supervisor

Torrey Holistics; Claremont (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking a Shift Lead to guide production in a 24/7 fiber optic cable manufacturing plant. You will review plans, allocate resources, and ensure timely quality decisions across shifts.

You will lead turnover, coach operators, and maintain momentum in the MRR queue while upholding safety and EMS guidelines. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AS degree preferred.
• At least two (2) years of progressive management/leadership experience.
• Background in manufacturing environments preferred.
• Management experience in optical fiber cabling industry preferred.
• Quality- and customer-focused; comfortable interacting with customers and visitors.
• Collaborative team player who supports a constructive, productive work environment.
• Strong administrative aptitude, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Composed, professional approach in high-pressure or stressful situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Deliver production objectives and make timely, sound quality decisions during the shift.
• Execute the operations plan by process area with a focus on ware/material flow and output priorities.
• Reassign staffing resources in real time to meet changing requirements.
• Manage the MRR queue to maintain momentum and resolve issues quickly.
• Track, evaluate, and coach individual operator performance to build capability.
• Prepare and lead end-of-shift turnover meetings to ensure seamless continuity.
• Ensure all product meets requirements as defined by the Plant’s QMS.
• Comply with all applicable safety procedures and EMS guidelines.
• Conduct month-end inventory counts as required.
• Serve on the site spill team, lead the plant evacuation team, and act as a first responder.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Quality-focused

Communication

Time management

Team player

Administrative aptitude

High-pressure handling

Education

High School Diploma

AS degree

Tools

QMS

Job description

Lead production at the forefront of connectivity Prysmian is the global leader in energy and telecom cable systems. Every year we deliver thousands of miles of underground and submarine power cables; medium- and low-voltage solutions for construction and infrastructure; and a full portfolio of optical fiber, copper, and connectivity products for voice, video, and data. With 30,000 teammates across 50+ countries, your work here helps transform how the world communicates and is powered.

A day in this role

You arrive for your 12-hour rotation—either 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.—and step onto a fiber optic cable manufacturing floor that runs 24/7. You review the shift operations plan by process area, assess ware/material movement and production priorities, and redeploy operators where they’ll have the most impact. Throughout the shift, you make on-the-spot quality decisions, steward safety, and keep production on pace. As the shift wraps, you lead a thorough turnover meeting so the next team can hit the ground running.

What you’ll own

• Deliver production objectives and make timely, sound quality decisions during the shift.
• Execute the operations plan by process area with a focus on ware/material flow and output priorities.
• Reassign staffing resources in real time to meet changing requirements.
• Manage the MRR queue to maintain momentum and resolve issues quickly.
• Track, evaluate, and coach individual operator performance to build capability.
• Prepare and lead end-of-shift turnover meetings to ensure seamless continuity.
• Ensure all product meets requirements as defined by the Plant’s Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Comply with all applicable safety procedures and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) guidelines.
• Conduct month-end inventory counts as required.
• Serve on the site spill team, lead the plant evacuation team, and act as a first responder.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AS degree preferred.
• At least two (2) years of progressive management/leadership experience required.
• Background in manufacturing environments preferred.
• Management experience in the optical fiber cabling industry preferred.
• Quality- and customer-focused; comfortable interacting with customers and visitors.
• Collaborative team player who supports a constructive, productive work environment.
• Strong administrative aptitude, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Composed, professional approach in high-pressure or stressful situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Schedule and environment

This position leads one of four rotating 12-hour shifts within a 24/7 fiber optic cable manufacturing plant (7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m.).