Manufacturing Operations Technician — Cable Production

Shape the flow of energy and data with Prysmian Imagine starting your shift in a world‑class plant where your decisions help keep the power on and the world connected. As a Manufacturing Operations Technician in our McKinney, Texas facility, you’ll set up, run, and care for production equipment that creates the cables powering homes, cities, and networks.

Prysmian leads globally in resilient, high‑performing, sustainable cable systems for power transmission/distribution and digital connectivity. Our North American team grew in 2024 with the acquisition of McKinney‑based Encore Wire, one of our most advanced single‑campus manufacturing operations. With 9,000 colleagues in North America and 35,000 worldwide, you’ll join a team known for scale, innovation, and industry expertise.

Compensation & Location Starting pay: $17–$19 per hour Night shift differential: + $2/hr Worksite: 910 Elm St., McKinney, TX 75069

Benefits that back your future

Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance. 401K Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions, Paid Holidays and Vacation.

Overtime opportunities (1.5x pay)
Overnight shift differential

Guided, hands-on training for every employee

Stable, full-time work in a fast-growing manufacturing environment

Opportunities to grow your skills and build a long-term career

What a typical shift looks like

Set up machines to production specifications; verify materials and tooling before start‑up.

Operate, monitor, and fine‑tune equipment to achieve safe, efficient, high‑quality output.

Perform routine checks, diagnose basic mechanical issues, and make adjustments to optimize performance.

Follow standardized work instructions, quality standards, and production requirements.

Coordinate with teammates and supervisors to meet daily targets and minimize scrap/rework.

Safety is how we work Actively participate in safety trainings, audits, and hazard‑prevention efforts every shift.

Use required PPE at all times: ear plugs, high‑visibility clothing, safety‑toed shoes, and safety glasses.

Maintain a clean, hazard‑free area; follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements without exception.

Immediately report unsafe conditions, near misses, and equipment concerns.

What you bring

Solid, stable, and verifiable work history; prior industrial/manufacturing experience preferred.

Willing and able to work any shift, plus weekends and overtime as needed.

Comfort following written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.

Physically able to stand, lift, push, pull, squat, stoop, and bend frequently.

Basic math, reading comprehension, and computer skills for measurements and production reporting.

Ability to read and follow quality standards, work instructions, and production specs.

Familiarity with calipers, gauges, micrometers, and related inspection tools (as applicable).Consistency in following standardized processes while meeting production requirements.

Strong attention to detail with a drive to minimize scrap and rework.

Understanding of continuous improvement concepts and interest in root‑cause problem solving.

Team‑oriented mindset; eager to contribute to safety, quality, and production improvements.

Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain focus.

Mechanical aptitude to operate industrial equipment and learn machine functions.

Willingness to be trained and operate a forklift, hoists, or other material‑handling equipment as needed.

Schedule
12‑hour shifts

Overtime

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

You should be proficient in Equipment Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Skills Mechanical Troubleshooting SkillsCNC Machine Setup & Changeover Mechanical Assembly Skills Precision Measurement & Inspection Machine Setups for Production Runs Meets

Physical Requirements At Prysmian, your work matters. Join a team committed to excellence and to transforming the world around us.