Wire & Cable Production Equipment Technician

Prysmian USA; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurrn

401K with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Overnight shift differential

Job summary

Prysmian USA is seeking a hands-on production operator for our McKinney, TX campus. You will set up, run, and monitor CNC machinery, ensuring safe, high-quality output while hitting daily targets.

You’ll perform checks, adjust settings, follow lockout/tagout and 5S housekeeping, and participate in safety trainings. This role emphasizes continuous improvement and teamwork on a fast-paced manufacturing line.

Qualifications

• Read and follow written and verbal instructions and safety procedures.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift/push/pull repeatedly.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production equipment to meet safe, high-quality output.
• Set up machines to specification and perform checks and adjustments.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Document results and participate in safety audits and trainings.
• Apply 5 Why/root-cause methods to reduce scrap and rework.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Tools

CNC Mill setup

CNC Lathe setup

Press Brake setup

Lockout/Tagout

Calipers/Gauges/Micrometers

Job description

Day in the lifeYour shift begins at our single-campus manufacturing operation in McKinney, TX (910 Elm St., 75069). You gear up—ear plugs, high‑visibility apparel, safety‑toe footwear, and safety glasses—and step onto a world‑class production floor. You’ll set up and run production machinery, monitor quality, make precise adjustments, and keep the line moving safely and efficiently. Along the way, you’ll partner with teammates and supervisors to hit daily targets and document results.What you’ll doOperate, monitor, and maintain production equipment to achieve safe, high‑quality output.Set up machines to specification; perform checks, troubleshoot issues, and fine‑tune settings.Follow lockout/tagout procedures, complete basic preventive maintenance, and uphold 5S/housekeeping.Report hazards, near misses, and equipment concerns immediately; participate in safety audits and trainings.Apply continuous improvement and 5 Why/root‑cause methods to reduce scrap and rework.Safety is non‑negotiableWe maintain a strong safety culture—consistent PPE use, routine training, and active hazard prevention are expected on every shift.Pay, schedule, and locationStarting pay: $17–$19 per hourNight shift differential: +$2/hr12‑hour shifts with overtime (time‑and‑a‑half, 1.5x) and weekend availabilityWorksite: 910 Elm St., McKinney, TX 75069What you bringStable, verifiable work history; prior manufacturing experience preferred.Ability to work any shift, plus weekends and overtime as needed.Read, follow, and execute written and verbal instructions and safety procedures.Physically able to stand, lift, push, pull, squat, stoop, and bend frequently.Basic math, reading comprehension, and computer skills for measurements and production reporting.Comfort with quality standards, work instructions, and production specifications.Familiarity with calipers, gauges, micrometers, and related inspection tools.Consistency in following standardized processes to meet production requirements.Strong attention to detail; commitment to high quality with minimal scrap/rework.Understanding of continuous improvement; willingness to support root‑cause activities.Team‑oriented mindset; eager to contribute to safety, quality, and productivity improvements.Mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn machine functions.Willing to train on and operate forklifts, hoists, and other material‑handling equipment.Tools and technologiesCNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC)CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)Press BrakePreferred proficiencies: Equipment Troubleshooting, 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis), OSHA 10‑Hour, Heavy Material Handling, CNC Machine Setup & Changeover.BenefitsComprehensive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. 401K Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions, Paid Holidays and Vacation.Guided, hands‑on training for every employeeStable, full‑time work in a fast‑growing manufacturing environmentOpportunities to grow your skills and build a long‑term careerOvernight shift differential and overtime at 1.5x payAbout PrysmianPrysmian is the world leader in energy and digital connection solutions—spanning underground and submarine cable systems for transmission and distribution to medium‑low voltage cables for construction and infrastructure, plus a full range of optical fiber, copper cables, and connectivity for voice, video, and data. Our North American footprint expanded in 2024 with the acquisition of McKinney‑based Encore Wire, one of Prysmian’s most advanced single‑campus manufacturing operations. With 9,000 colleagues across North America and 35,000 worldwide, you’ll be part of a team whose work keeps the lights on and the world connected.