Production Supervisor (3rd Shift)

Prysmian Group; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Draka EHC, a brand of Prysmian, located in Rocky Mount, NC, seeks a shift supervisor responsible for leadership and coordination of all activities on their assigned shift. You will coach teams, ensure efficient use of labor and equipment, and drive safety, quality, and continuous production goals.

Lean manufacturing techniques will be used to improve processes, and the role requires presence at shift-change meetings.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field preferred; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience will also be considered.
• 1–3 years of experience in a Production Supervisor role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems to support production, inventory, or operational processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Lean Manufacturing certification or formal training is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assign personnel to support production schedules and ensure appropriate shift coverage.
• Review production reports, identify performance gaps, and take corrective action to meet production targets.
• Train and coach employees on proper work methods to maximize output, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.
• Maintain high standards for quality, housekeeping, safety, and overall shift performance.
• Communicate and apply company policies, procedures, and expectations consistently across the assigned shift.
• Execute directions from the Production Manager, including schedule changes, equipment preparation, and changeovers.
• Enforce plant and company rules while maintaining positive employee relations.
• Partner with Engineering to support the introduction of new processes into production.
• Monitor inventory levels for tools, dies, tips, materials, and other production supplies to help prevent equipment downtime.
• Lead performance evaluations, coaching, and development for approximately 20–30 hourly production employees on the assigned shift.
• Establish measurable goals and objectives aligned with Production Manager priorities.
• Participate in interviewing and selecting production employees for vacancies on the assigned shift.
• Identify employee performance concerns early and partner with appropriate resources to provide support and address issues.
• Work with employees to reduce manufacturing costs while meeting service, volume, safety, and quality requirements.
• Support scheduling activities as needed, including reviewing backlog, planning component manufacturing based on due dates, and preparing production schedules.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

SAP/ERP

MS Office

Job description

About Prysmian Draka EHC, a brand of Prysmian, considers our employees to be our competitive advantage. We take pride in being a premier employer in eastern North Carolina. As a member of the Draka EHC team, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our company. 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.

Work Location: Rocky Mount, NC Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 11pm to 7am

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, this position is responsible for leadership and coordination of all activities on their assigned shift(s). The position requires a strong ability to coach and mentor teams while assuring the efficient utilization of a talented workforce and equipment. The position is a coach to associates to coordinate production to meet safety, quality, workflow, manning, material handling, and maintenance goals as necessary to ensure efficient continuous production. Lean Manufacturing techniques will be used to drive continuous improvement. The Shift Supervisor will be required to be present at shift change meetings. The end goal is to develop high performing, self-directed work teams within manufacturing cells.

Responsibilities

• Assign personnel to support production schedules and ensure appropriate shift coverage.
• Review production reports, identify performance gaps, and take corrective action to meet production targets.
• Train and coach employees on proper work methods to maximize output, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.
• Maintain high standards for quality, housekeeping, safety, and overall shift performance.
• Communicate and apply company policies, procedures, and expectations consistently across the assigned shift.
• Execute directions from the Production Manager, including schedule changes, equipment preparation, and changeovers.
• Enforce plant and company rules while maintaining positive employee relations.
• Partner with Engineering to support the introduction of new processes into production.
• Monitor inventory levels for tools, dies, tips, materials, and other production supplies to help prevent equipment downtime.
• Lead performance evaluations, coaching, and development for approximately 20–30 hourly production employees on the assigned shift.
• Establish measurable goals and objectives aligned with Production Manager priorities.
• Participate in interviewing and selecting production employees for vacancies on the assigned shift.
• Identify employee performance concerns early and partner with appropriate resources to provide support and address issues.
• Work with employees to reduce manufacturing costs while meeting service, volume, safety, and quality requirements.
• Support scheduling activities as needed, including reviewing backlog, planning component manufacturing based on due dates, and preparing production schedules.

Knowledge and skill requirements

• Degree in a relevant field preferred; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience will also be considered.
• 1–3 years of experience in a Production Supervisor role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems to support production, inventory, or operational processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Lean Manufacturing certification or formal training is considered an asset.

Prysmian is a global cabling solutions provider leading the energy transition and digital transformation. By leveraging its wide geographical footprint and extensive product range, its track record of technological leadership and innovation, and a strong customer base, the company is well-placed to capitalise on its leading positions and win in new, growing markets. Prysmian's business strategy perfectly matches key market drivers by developing resilient, high-performing, sustainable and innovative cable solutions in the segments of Transmission, Power Grid, Electrification and Digital Solutions. Prysmian is a public company listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, with almost 150 years of experience, about 30,000 employees, 108 plants and 26 R&D centres in over 50 countries, and sales of over €15 billion in 2023.