Process Technician

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, manufacturing thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables for power transmission, distribution, and telecommunication sectors. With 30,000 employees across 50+ countries, Prysmian empowers individuals to make a global impact through innovation and operational excellence.

About the role

Be an agent of change with a metric-driven focus, driving performance improvements through technical expertise and collaboration. This role involves active participation in continuous improvement initiatives, problem-solving, and cross-functional teamwork to enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in Kaizen events, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives by providing technical expertise and supporting implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators, such as scrap, defects, downtime, and machine performance; investigate process issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable countermeasures.
• Participate in daily Tier 2 meetings and collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to prioritize process improvement opportunities.
• Develop, maintain, and improve standardized work instructions, training documentation, and process standards to support operational excellence.
• Maintain all process guidelines or Facility Documents with current and new optimizations.
• Evaluate and recommend new equipment for all phases of processing and commission newly installed manufacturing equipment.
• Provide assistance to the R&D function during product development.
• Lead and manage people in the absence of the area manager, with ambition for promotion and openness to new challenges.
• Support operator training and knowledge transfer by coaching employees on process controls, equipment operation, safety requirements, quality expectations, and best practices.

Requirements

• High School degree or GED; Associate Degree preferred in Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Machine Tool Technology, Automotive Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience with demonstrated expertise in process improvement, troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, or optimizing production processes.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to identify process improvements and implement sustainable solutions.
• Experience participating in Lean Manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events, root cause analysis, A3/A1 problem solving, FMEA activities, or continuous improvement projects preferred.
• SPC knowledge a plus.
• Experience in extrusion, wire and cable manufacturing, or similar process-driven manufacturing environments preferred.
• Proficient with computers, mobile devices, and manufacturing systems in a production environment.

Skills

• Strong mechanical, electrical, and analytical skills.
• Ability to determine root causes and implement sustainable solutions.

Physical Requirements

• Must follow plant safety regulations.
• Ability to read instructional documents.
• Ability to stand and walk 4-6 hours on concrete during a 9+ hour day.
• Ability to sit 4-6 hours per 9+ hour shift performing desk work.
• Ability to bend/stoop to floor level several times per day.
• Ability to climb and descend 50 stairs several times per day.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to push/pull reels of cable weighing 4-8 million pounds on occasion.