Assistant Plant Manager

Service Wire; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Insurance Options

Progressive PTO & Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing

Career Growth & Learning Support

Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Service Wire in Houston, TX seeks an Assistant Plant Manager to lead production and operational excellence. This role involves promoting a safety-first culture, supporting plant performance, and enhancing productivity through continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing and strong team development skills. Comprehensive insurance, PTO, 401(k) with a match, and tuition reimbursement are just some of the benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and operational best practices.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first culture across all departments.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Assist the Plant Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team development

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of safety regulations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Job description

Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking an Assistant Plant Manager in Houston, TX. If you are looking to join a great organization and a chance to become a part of our growing team, this may be the opportunity for you!

Position Summary

The Assistant Plant Manager partners closely with production, maintenance, engineering, quality, and distribution teams to drive operational excellence, improve efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position plays a key leadership role in developing team members, strengthening Service Wire’s safety-first culture, and supporting plant-wide performance goals.

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first culture by leading by example and ensuring safe work practices across all departments
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and industry standards
• Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective action implementation
• Ensure plant maintains a clean, organized, and safe working environment
• Maintain active role on internal continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and cost performance
• Assist the Plant Manager in overseeing daily manufacturing operations to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery (OTD), and Cost objectives
• Coordinate production activities to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of manufacturing schedules
• Monitor production performance and implement improvements to increase productivity and reduce downtime
• Work closely with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve operational issues and maximize equipment uptime
• Support implementation of standard operating procedures and best practices across manufacturing processes
• Assist with capital projects, equipment installations, and process improvements
• Support warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations to ensure timely delivery and inventory accuracy
• Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams to align production schedules with material availability
• Help improve order fulfillment processes and on-time delivery performance
• Support production planning and prioritization to meet customer demands
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to supervisors, operators, and plant personnel
• Promote employee engagement and teamwork across manufacturing and distribution functions
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management
• Communicate Service Wire goals, expectations, and performance metrics to team members
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve operational efficiency
• Participate in production meetings and review key performance indicators
• Support quality management systems and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting related to plant operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, purchasing, and engineering
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field preferred
• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial environment
• Experience in continuous improvement processes or manufacturing plant operations
• Strong team development skills
• Knowledge of safety regulations and operational best practices
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• In-person attendance is required
• May require occasional extended hours based on business needs

Reports To

Plant Manager

The perks of joining our Team

• Comprehensive Insurance Options - Competitive medical coverage with a variety of plan choices
• Progressive PTO & Paid Holidays - Tenure-based paid time off pluseight paid holidaysannually
• 401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing - Matching 5% on 6% of employee contributions and annual profit‑sharing contributions
• Career Growth & Learning Support - Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 - annually to support your continued education and career growth
• Referral Bonus Program - Employee referral bonuses paid out over the new hire's first year
• See all benefits we offer here