Plant Quality Manager

Prysmian•McKinney, TX

About The Position

The Plant Quality Manager for McKinney Plant 5 is accountable to the North American I&C Regional Quality Manager and is responsible for Prysmian’s aluminum and copper building wire operations within North America. This senior technical professional oversees quality for low-voltage building wire used in residential, industrial, and commercial applications. As a member of the McKinney Management Team, the position also helps ensure the plant meets its business objectives and maintains its ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
At least 3 years of experience managing in a manufacturing facility.
Strong understanding of ASTM, UL, ICEA, and other applicable standards for low-voltage building wire and cable products.
Ability to understand customer technical needs and communicate them effectively.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with all organizational levels.
Leadership ability to lead and develop teams, foster a quality culture, and drive cross-functional collaboration.
Problem-solving experience engaging with customers, vendors, and end users.
Proficiency with quality tools for analysis and problem solving.
Metrological knowledge.
Proficiency in understanding and maintaining ISO 9001.
Knowledge of auditing methodologies, validation protocols, design verification and validation, risk assessment, and mitigation processes.
Ability to manage internal nonconformities.
Sound computer skills and comfort with a variety of software applications.

Nice To Haves

Engineering degree preferred.
Mechanical engineering and/or metallurgy background strongly preferred.
Wire and cable experience.
Six Sigma certification.
ASQ certification.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop operational quality technicians through coaching, performance management, and technical guidance.
Ensure products conform to applicable Prysmian and customer specifications and quality levels.
Develop and implement quality control standards, processes, and controls.
Direct implementation and maintenance of the Quality System.
Lead quality process audits and continually evaluate and improve audit programs.
Lead system audits across all parts of McKinney’s QMS.
Lead product audits to verify products meet governing standards and customer expectations through design, specifications, testing, performance data, or trials.
Review and approve plans and methods for inspection, testing, sampling, and training.
Evaluate production capabilities using quality KPIs and drive corrective and preventive actions, including verification and validation.
Recommend and implement improvements as necessary.
Promote quality awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the plant.
Interact with customers regarding product, application, and technical details of the plant’s offerings.
Exchange information periodically with North American headquarters personnel.
Work with the McKinney team on product quality and customer service as needed.
Frequently walk the production floor, engage with employees, and drive process and product improvements while building alignment and buy-in.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers on quality matters.