Production Supervisor jobs in Reading, PA

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.

Overview :

This position will be a 7PM - 7AM Shift working 4 days one week and 3 days the next week.

A Production Supervisor provides direction, instructions and guidance to the team, for the purpose of achieving daily production goals.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities :

• Coach and help develop team members, providing job knowledge and advice. Including training and documentation.
• Motivate and inspire team members
• Provide guidance, instruction and direction for the purpose of achieving daily output results
• Trouble shooting machines and assist in evaluating problems. Suggest possible solutions
• Safety insure that all team members are supplied with the proper PPE’s and are using them in accordance to the job requirement.

Complete Safety checks / audits of equipment throughout the production process. IE; forklift inspections, crane inspections.

• First responder for medical emergencies trained in CPR, AED, and First Aid
• Quality responsible for setting high standards and quality standards are maintained.
• Report issues / problems immediately to shift leader
• Communicate with other departments
• Check finished products to ensure products are produced to standards.
• Ensure that materials / work orders are at machines
• SAP notifications are monitored and updated daily
• Must perform any and all other duties as assigned by Manager
• Work overtime as required

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

SAP knowledge a plus

Qualifications : Required :

Required :

• Two to five years of experience in a leadership capacity within manufacturing with shift or area ownership required.
• Two-Four-year degree or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Ability to grow relationships with business partners and to lead, coach and develop employees
• Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to lead organizational initiatives and change
• Time management, delegation and organization skills with strong problem-solving ability
• Continuous improvement or process improvement experience. Green belt or black belt certification preferred.
• Prior experience with TPM a plus!
• Increase in responsibilities over time, reflected in new work assignments, career advancements, and larger scope of work.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Suite applications; SAP experience a plus.
• Understanding of production processes.

Work Environment / Physical Demands :

This job operates in an office and manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand;

walk; use hands to grasp small items, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Prysmian Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.

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 talent.

mobility@prysmiangroup.com .

Last updated : 2024-04-23