Manager, Maintenance Manager

Southwire Company; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Long and Short-Term Disability

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Southwire Company in Denton, TX, seeks an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to manage preventive maintenance and guide repairs of electrical and mechanical systems on industrial equipment. You will analyze equipment performance, propose improvements, and document maintenance procedures to maximize uptime and yield.

The role requires supervising a team, coordinating with engineers and operations, and leading lean manufacturing initiatives in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline or equivalent experience preferred.
• Previous technical supervisory experience managing people and processes.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems with electronic controls in an industrial environment.
• 5 years of electrical experience with manufacturing equipment.
• 5 years of mechanical experience with manufacturing equipment.
• Must read specifications and prints; strong written/verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Direct employees in installation and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, following codes and blueprints.
• Schedule and assign daily maintenance tasks via work orders and ensure completion.
• Maintain calibration database for equipment such as spark tester and line counter.
• Direct outside contractors in installation, following electrical codes and blueprints.
• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of malfunctions with test equipment.

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Budgeting

Electrical Systems

Purchasing

CMMS

FMEA

Workflow Management

Strategic Communication

Inventory Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Job Summary

Manages and assists in performance of preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical). Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield. Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance). Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems. Prepares technical reports. Documents equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct employees in installation and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, apparatus and components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical codes, manuals, schematics and blueprints.
• Schedule and assign employees daily tasks of maintaining the facility and production equipment via work orders, following up to ensure job is completed.
• Schedule maintenance technicians and maintain database for equipment calibration such as spark tester, lump neck and line counter.
• Direct outside contractors in installation of machines and equipment following electrical code, supplier's recommendations and blueprints.
• Provide leadership and support to guide employees in troubleshooting malfunctioning machinery using test equipment and discuss malfunctions with other maintenance workers to properly diagnose malfunction.
• Provide leadership and support of lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Responsible for HVAC, chillers, boiler, air compressors, pumps and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Assess existing equipment and process deficiencies, by working iwth other operation team members, including Process Engineers. Modify equipment and/or processes to achieve principal objective.
• Directs/manages the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies and equipment and initiates reordering when necessary.
• Negotiates and develops relationships with vendors to ensure Southwire is getting the best value.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline and or equivalent experience preferred.

Previous technical supervisory experience demonstrating the ability to manage people and processes.

Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems with electronic controls in an industrial environment.

5 years of electrical experience with manufacturing equipment.

5 years of mechanical experience with manufacturing equipment.

Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills and be able to read specifications and prints.

Must be able to use and manipulate computer applications such as word and excel.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

10 plus years experience

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Number of Direct Reports: 2-5

Travel

5% if needed

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting 20% Weight: 45

Climbing: 5%

Kneeling/Stooping: 5%

Driving: 5%

Moving: 5%

Standing: 25

Walking: 25

Pushing/Pulling: 5% Weight: 45

Working Conditions

Manufacturing environment

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Extreme Heat/Cold

Heights/Elevated Platforms

Confined Spaces

Dust/Fumes/Gases/Chemicals

Equipment

Hard Hat

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Attracts Top Talent

Communicates Effectively

Courage

Decision Quality

Drives Results

Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Budgeting

Electrical Systems

Purchasing

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Failure Mode And Effects Analysis

Workflow Management

Strategic Communication

Inventory Control Systems

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and individual insurance packages (health, life, dental and vision)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Long and short-term disability
• Supplemental insurance plans
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Advancement and professional growth opportunities
• Parental leave

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Denton
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas