Manager, Plant

Southwire Company; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in wire and cable production seeks a dynamic Plant Manager to lead operations in Pleasant Prairie. This role emphasizes creating a positive work environment and driving continuous improvement while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing leadership, with a focus on Lean principles and operational excellence. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers competitive benefits, including professional growth opportunities and a supportive culture. If you’re passionate about manufacturing and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401k with Matching

Family and Individual Insurance Packages

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of Lean Thinking principles and ability to implement them.

Responsibilities

• Drive safety culture and operational excellence at the facility.
• Lead continuous improvement programs and manage plant operations.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Thinking

Verbal and Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Operational Excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

SAP

Advaris

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Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI, US, 53158

Company: Southwire Company LLC

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 and jobsite 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, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Southwire Job Description

The Plant Manager will provide leadership for Pleasant Prairie to ensure a positive work environment that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, and high performance through Operational Perfection at Southwire. This individual will develop and direct a strong leadership team as we build organizational capability through the implementation of the ONE Southwire approach to ensure objectives are met and exceeded. They will also be responsible for understanding key areas of responsibility: Safety, Quality, Material Usage, Scrap, Efficiency, and Resource Utilization.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:
• Drive the Culture of Zero throughout the facility to ensure the safety of employees, visitors, and contractors at Southwire.
• Build and engage employees that support our goals as we Build Organizational Capability, Drive Operational Excellence, and Accelerate Growth.
• Lead and develop continuous improvement programs to increase employee involvement, ensuring a positive work environment is maintained.
• Direct and manage plant operations for production, maintenance, quality and shipping, and receiving.
• Requires a strong passion for Southwire’s OPS culture and lean manufacturing principles. Provides direction and leadership to support operational initiatives such as daily huddles.
• Creates ONE Southwire culture at the facility.
• Coordinate plant activities through planning with departmental managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering to resolve manufacturing problems to ensure minimum costs and delays.
• Interface with Materials Management to establish priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Implement cost-effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages and salaries.
• Manages capital asset maintenance.
• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
• Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses.
• Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary. Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance program for all equipment.
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives.
• Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.
• Incorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
• Provides direction, development and leadership to production supervisors.
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and ensures positive work environment.

Qualifications of Experience and Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree preferred in business or related engineering field along with 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous management experience required.
• Understanding of Lean Thinking principles and demonstrated ability to implement in a manufacturing environment.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written skills along with exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Must be PC literate and have a working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must have knowledge in SAP and Advaris.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

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: Kenosha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee