Prysmian Group

Plant Director

Prysmian Group$125K — $150K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of proven executive leadership in manufacturing.
  • Strong track record in strategic execution and change management.
  • Expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field; master's preferred.
  • Experience in wire & cable, power distribution, or industrial manufacturing sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the long-term vision for the Marshall facility.
  • Lead transformation initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
  • Drive Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement programs.
  • Oversee capital investment planning and resource allocation.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to align plant capabilities with customer needs.
  • Engage with local communities and drive Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a large-scale operation at a global leader in the industry.
  • Autonomy to shape the future of sustainable energy infrastructure.
  • Commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence.
  • Focus on talent development and a culture of accountability and inclusion.
  • Engagement in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
Full Job Description
Lead Transformation at a Global Industry Leader

Prysmian, the world's largest manufacturer of energy and telecom cables, is seeking a seasoned executive to lead our largest manufacturing facility in Marshall, TX. As Plant Director, you will be at the helm of a high-impact operation, driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and cultural transformation in alignment with our global mission.

This is more than a plant leadership role-it's an opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy infrastructure across North America.

Your Mission

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Power Distribution Manufacturing, you will serve as the strategic and operational leader of the Marshall plant, overseeing a team of 500+ and managing a complex, high-volume production environment. Your leadership will directly influence Prysmian's ability to deliver on customer commitments, innovate in manufacturing, and grow market share.

Key Executive Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership
  • Define and execute the long-term vision for the Marshall facility, aligning with global business objectives.
  • Lead transformation initiatives that elevate safety, quality, and productivity while fostering innovation.
  • Serve as a key voice in regional and global manufacturing strategy discussions.


Operational Excellence
  • Drive Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement programs to optimize throughput and cost efficiency.
  • Oversee capital investment planning, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with global standards and regulatory requirements.


Talent & Culture
  • Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team across operations, engineering, and support functions.
  • Champion a culture of accountability, inclusion, and performance.
  • Navigate complex labor relations with integrity and strategic foresight.


Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with executive leadership, supply chain, and commercial teams to align plant capabilities with customer needs.
  • Represent the plant in corporate forums, audits, and strategic reviews.
  • Engage with local communities and drive Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.


Ideal Profile
  • Proven executive leadership in manufacturing, with 10+ years of experience managing large-scale operations.
  • Strong track record of strategic execution, change management, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational turnaround.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field; master's preferred.
  • Experience in the wire & cable, power distribution, or industrial manufacturing sectors is a plus.


Executive Competencies
  • Visionary Leadership
  • Strategic Agility
  • Operational Mastery
  • Talent Development
  • Stakeholder Influence


Why Prysmian?

At Prysmian, we empower leaders to drive real impact. You'll join a global organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. As Plant Director, you'll have the autonomy to lead, the resources to succeed, and the opportunity to shape the future of energy infrastructure.

Ready to lead transformation? Apply now and make your mark.

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About Prysmian Group

Prysmian Group is a world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. With almost 140 years of experience, sales of over €11 billion, and about 29,000 employees in over 50 countries and 112 plants, the Group is strongly positioned in high-tech markets and offers the widest possible range of products, services, technologies and know-how. It operates in the businesses of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, of special cables for applications in many different industries and of medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors.
Learn more about Prysmian Group
Size
29,000 employees
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Founded
1905

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