McKinney Senior 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.

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 committed to excellence as we help transform the world around us.
** Position Summary**:

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.
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* Work Hours:

** The Electrical Supervisors “normal” work hours will consist of 5 x 10 hour days Monday – Friday, 6:30am – 5:00pm. On occasion you will be expected to work weekend days and/or extra hours on your normal work days when needed to accomplish a task. As an Electrical Supervisor you will eventually join the electrical “On Call” rotation.
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* Duties and Responsibilities:

*** 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.
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* Qualifications:

*** 5-10 years’ experience in electrical manufacturing.
* Program Logic Controller trouble-shooting and minor programming experience.
* AC and DC drive diagnostics and programming experience.
* AC and DC motor trouble-shooting.
* Excellent planning and leadership abilities.
* Self-motivated and ability to work autonomously when necessary.
* Must be detail orientated.
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to read, follow and understand mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, schematics manuals and manufacturers’ specifications
* Computer skills with capability in email, MS Office and related communication tools
* Working knowledge of safety procedures (PPE, LOTO, Confined Space equipment, etc)
* Be able to do evaluations on each employee in your group.
* Provide electrical Arc Flash equipment and maintain inventory.
* Ensure backup programs, HMI files and machine prints are gathered and current.
* Gather and maintain software for machines.
* After hours on call scheduling.
* Do employee evaluations.
* Work with parts to keep critical parts on hand.
* Generate weekly hours report.
* Search for replacements for obsolete parts.
* Work with outside vendors and contractors.
* Find alternative parts for ones with long lead times.
* Be able to do evaluations on each employee in your group. Provide electrical Arc Flash equipment and maintain inventory.
* Ensure backup programs, HMI files and machine prints are gathered and current.
* Gather and maintain software for machines.
* Interview new electrical candidates.
* Work with other departments to minimize downtime.
* 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…