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.

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Draka EHC a brand of Prysmian Group considers our employees to be our competitive advantage. We take pride in being a premier employer in eastern North Carolina.  As a member of the Draka EHC team, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our company, along with the benefits below:

• Employee profit sharing program with potential payouts every 6 months
• Up to 6% 401K Company Contribution
• Discounted Stock Options
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Additional coverage available for Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accidental, and Life
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Birthing Parent and 2 weeks for non-birthing parent
• Financial Assistance with adoption services
• Coverage and/or discounted options for Auto, Home, and Pet insurance
• Education reimbursement
• On-site Gym Facility
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Policy exceeding industry standard

Position summary

Lead the maintenance department to ensure asset reliability in alignment with the company’s needs and business goals.  Give direction and support to department consisting of 11-15 direct reports, servicing 3 facilities.  

Responsibilities and Requirements

1. Team Development

• Overseeing or facilitating the hiring, training, evaluating performance, and development of the maintenance team.
• Setting goals and giving direction to support achievement of goals.
• Being available and approachable to direct reports, serving as a mentor.
• Personnel scheduling, time, and attendance approval.
• Communicate regularly with cross functional leaders.

2. Equipment and Facilities

• Maintaining Predictive and Preventative Maintenance program (currently in SAP).  Evaluating and improving the program’s effectiveness.
• Minimizing customer impact from equipment breakdowns.  Reacting to breakdowns urgently and ensuring proper internal communication and decision making takes place.
• Participating in the development of capital expenditure plans, by identifying and proposing equipment and asset needs.
• Coordinating and monitoring work with outside contractors.

3. Technical knowledge

• Keeping current with ongoing changes in technology as it pertains to the industry.
• Working knowledge of electrical controls: PLCs, HMIs, motors, drives, etc.
• Working knowledge of industrial equipment and systems: HVAC, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, etc.
• Competent in CAD software (Solidworks, Autocad)
• Able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints.
• Working knowledge and experience with programs: EPA, OSHA, HAZMAT, ARCFLASH, LOTO

4. Relevant Experience and Education

• Leading teams – developing KPI’s and coaching team members, project management, working in a manufacturing environment, working within a maintenance department, supervising direct reports.
• Associates degree or higher in related field is preferred.

About Prysmian Group

Prysmian Group is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the Group manufacturers 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 almost 29,000 employees, across 52 countries. Everyone at Prysmian Group 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