- Location
- Rocky Mount, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Prysmian
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
Position Summary
Lead the maintenance department to ensure asset reliability in alignment with the company’s needs and business goals. This role is responsible for developing and aligning departmental KPIs, coordinating resources to achieve those goals, and leading the team with vision and accountability. The Maintenance Supervisor is expected to be hands-on, actively engaged with the team, and a key decision-maker in daily operations.
Responsibilities:
Team Development & Leadership
Responsible for assigning and coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring that work is effectively distributed across the team in alignment with departmental priorities and plan.
Oversee coordination of team schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
Oversee or facilitate the hiring, training, performance evaluation, and development of the maintenance team.
Set clear goals and provide direction to support achievement of departmental KPIs.
Actively work with the team on the floor to ensure visibility, engagement, and support.
Maintain regular touchpoints with all three shifts throughout the week to ensure consistent communication, feedback exchange, and alignment across the team.
Communicate regularly with cross-functional leaders to align priorities and share progress.
Provide leadership and support across all shifts, ensuring availability and responsiveness to team needs regardless of time of day.
Lead a team of 12 maintenance associates, including 1 maintenance planner/scheduler and 1 maintenance buyer/spare parts clerk.
Equipment and Facilities
Oversee the Predictive and Preventive Maintenance (PPM) program (currently in SAP).
Minimize customer impact from equipment breakdowns through urgent response and effective internal communication.
Participate in capital expenditure planning by identifying and proposing equipment and asset needs.
Coordinate and monitor work performed by outside contractors.
Responsible for maintenance operations across three facilities, including the main plant and two adjacent buildings located approximately 10 minutes away.
Technical Knowledge
Stay current with evolving technologies relevant to the industry.
Demonstrate working knowledge of:
Electrical controls: PLCs, HMIs, motors, drives.
Industrial systems: HVAC, hydraulics, pneumatics.
Competent in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
Able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints.
Must be available by phone to provide support or respond to emergencies as needed.
Knowledge and skill requirements:
Experience leading teams, developing KPIs, coaching team members, and managing projects.
Background in manufacturing and maintenance operations.
Proven ability to supervise direct reports and drive team performance.
Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Maintenance Supervisor.
Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.
Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected].
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