McKinney Electrical Supervisor

Prysmian is the world’s leading manufacturer of wire and cable. Our North American footprint expanded in 2024 with the acquisition of McKinney, Texas-based Encore Wire. With nearly 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 33,000 globally, every year Prysmian manufactures thousands of miles of underground and underwater cables for power transmission and distribution, medium and low voltage cables for construction and infrastructure, as well as a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for telecommunications.

The Electrical Supervisor is responsible for planning, scheduling and overseeing the work of the Electrical Staff based on operational priorities and generated work orders to ensure safe and efficient installation and repairs of facilities and machinery throughout the entire campus. The Electrical Supervisor is primarily focused on production equipment troubleshooting and repairs.

• Must be able to oversee electrical technicians during the course of your shift. Communicate assignments and major tasks to the electrical team, making sure they have all the materials and instructions necessary to complete work assignments safely, completely and correctly.
• Periodically check work in progress of each technician and provide immediate assistance and troubleshooting instruction as needed.
• Work with the Safety Team to ensure all Encore’s equipment meets safety requirements.

• 5–10 years of experience in industrial or electrical manufacturing environments.
• Strong hands‑on expertise with:
  • PLC troubleshooting and minor programming
  • AC/DC drives diagnostics and programming
  • AC/DC motor troubleshooting
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings, schematics, manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
• Solid computer proficiency, including email, MS Office, and electronic maintenance/communication tools.
• Working knowledge of safety programs and procedures, including PPE, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, and Arc Flash requirements.
• Proven people‑leadership experience, including:
• Conducting employee performance evaluations.
• Interviewing and selecting electrical maintenance candidates.
• Responsible for electrical safety and documentation compliance, including:
• Maintaining Arc Flash PPE and inventory.
• Ensuring machine backups, PLC programs, HMI files, and electrical prints are current and properly stored.
• Managing and maintaining machine software libraries.
• Experience with on‑call scheduling and supporting after‑hours maintenance coverage.
• Strong parts and inventory management skills:
• Identifying and maintaining critical spare parts.
• Sourcing replacements for obsolete or long‑lead‑time components.
• Coordinating with parts teams to minimize downtime risks.
• Ability to work effectively with outside vendors and contractors.
• Capable of generating and reviewing weekly labor and hours reports.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with production, engineering, and other departments to reduce downtime and improve reliability.

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 HR staff 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…