Plant manager – data cable
reports to: regional operations director / vp americas
location: monterrey, nuevo león
industry: automotive – cable & wire manufacturing (including data & signal transmission cables)
level: senior leadership (plant management)
position overview:
the plant manager- data cable for coficab monterrey is responsible for leading all plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production with a strong focus on automotive data and signal cable manufacturing. This includes oversight of processes related to high-speed data cables, shielded twisted pair (stp), and coaxial cable technologies that support vehicle connectivity, adas, and electric vehicle systems.
the role is critical in positioning the monterrey site as a key contributor to coficab’s innovation and growth strategy in the americas.
key responsibilities:
operational leadership
* manage the end-to-end production process with a special focus on data communication cable lines, shielding techniques, and extrusion precision.
* ensure kpis (oee, ftq, delivery performance, scrap, safety, etc.) are consistently achieved, especially in high-speed cable production lines.
* collaborate with r&d and engineering teams to support product validation and industrialization of new data cable types.
people & culture
* lead and develop multidisciplinary teams with experience in data cable manufacturing, high-precision processes, and quality-critical operations.
* build a safety-first, performance-driven culture focused on accountability and excellence.
financial & cost control
* oversee plant budget with strong attention to cost-per-kilometer and efficiency metrics specific to data cable production.
* drive lean initiatives and automation to reduce waste and improve speed and quality.
customer & quality
* ensure all data and signal cables meet automotive oem specifications and are produced according to iatf 16949, iso 9001, and iso/iec 11801 (where applicable).
* lead problem-solving, root cause analysis, and customer response on issues related to data transmission quality or cable structure deviations.
technology & innovation
* champion the implementation of automated testing systems, digital traceability, and inline quality control systems in data cable lines.
* promote a culture of innovation, especially in areas related to electromagnetic compatibility (emc), miniaturization, and material optimization.
required profile
education:
* bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, industrial, or materials engineering preferred).
* master’s degree or lean/six sigma certification is a plus.
experience:
* 10+ years in manufacturing leadership roles, with at least 3–5 years specifically in data or signal cable production (e.g., ethernet, coaxial, stp, or fiber-optic cables).
* strong exposure to automotive quality systems and product validation cycles.
* experience with extrusion lines, shielding processes (aluminum, braiding), twisting/bundling technologies, and high-speed data standards (can, lin, flexray, ethernet).
* prior management of a unionized workforce and multicultural teams is a plus.
skills:
* deep understanding of data cable structure, impedance control, and testing protocols.
* solid leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement mindset.
* erp systems (sap), mes platforms, and digital tools for quality and performance monitoring.
* fluent in spanish and english.
key success factors
* strong technical and strategic grasp of data cable manufacturing requirements.
* capability to scale operations while maintaining tight tolerances and zero-defect mindset.
* ability to align with global innovation and compliance strategies.
* passion for leading people and building a high-performance plant.