Shop-Floor Quality Systems Lead Technician

Prysmian USA; Du Quoin (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian USA seeks a Shop-Floor Quality Systems Lead Technician to ensure quality at the point of production by auditing processes and standard work. You will diagnose issues side-by-side with operators and helpers; restore flow quickly.

You will be the resident expert for quality methods, tools, and best practices, recording data and driving improvements across shifts. Responsibilities include tests, data entry, audits, and collaboration with manufacturing teams to sustain high standards.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience with a results-first mindset.
• Calm under pressure; able to multitask in a fast-moving environment.
• Detail oriented with big-picture thinking.
• Persuasive communicator who motivates peers and partners.
• Analytical and critical thinker; strong written and verbal skills.
• Proficient with Excel and lab/test data analysis tools.
• Experience with quality systems and data entry processes.

Responsibilities

• Audit processes and standard work to ensure shop-floor quality.
• Diagnose issues with operators and helpers; restore flow quickly.
• Be the resident expert for quality methods, tools, and best practices.
• Record test data and perform data-driven decisions for quality.
• Conduct production audits and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Effective communicator

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF Scanner

Excel

Quality analysis software

Job description

Shop-Floor Quality Systems Lead TechnicianWhat if your next shift began with a puzzle only you could solve? A subtle variance in test data. A tool that’s near end-of-life. An operator seeking guidance. In this role, your curiosity and rigor turn small clues into big wins for product quality and throughput.Your challengeEnsure quality at the point of production by auditing processes and standard work. Diagnose issues side-by-side with operators and helpers; restore flow quickly. Be the resident expert for quality methods, tools, and best practices.Schedule & payHiring for A, B, C, D shifts. 7am-7pm/7pm-7am. Pay range: $25-$38/hourly.What success looks likeProducts sampled and tested at key stages, with both destructive and non-destructive methods applied as appropriate.Equipment and tooling condition monitored; timely recommendations for maintenance or replacement issued.Test and performance data recorded, analyzed, and deviations clearly flagged.Accurate data entered into analysis systems for traceable, data-driven decisions.Production audits performed and documented with consistency.Standards aligned with management and engineering, and continuously improved.Safety and procedures followed to the letter.Routine tasks executed on time, plus flexibility for other reasonable duties.Bring these strengthsManufacturing experience with a results-first mindset.Calm under pressure; able to multitask in a fast-moving environment.Detail orientation balanced with big-picture thinking.Persuasive communicator who motivates peers and partners.Analytical and critical thinker.Confident written and verbal communicator.Strong computer acumen, including Excel expertise.Background we value2–4 years in wire and cable or a related sector.Experience across various software platforms.Familiarity with project management and Lean Manufacturing.18 years or olderHigh school diploma or equivalentPhysical realities of the jobStanding up to 8–10 hours per shift.Walking long distances between plant workstations.Lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds on occasion.Using small tools and lab instruments with fine motor skills.Bending, stooping, reaching, and performing repetitive motions.Working comfortably in heat and noise.Tools and know-howQuality Inspection ExperienceQuality Control ExperienceQuality Control Data AnalysisRF ScannerCompliancePass a background check, drug screen and physicalUS Citizen or permanent resident