Process Technician

Southwire Company; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading wire and cable producer in Pleasant Prairie is seeking a Lead Process Specialist to oversee and optimize organizational processes. This role entails analyzing workflows, implementing best practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in process improvement. This position offers benefits like a 401k, insurance packages, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in process improvement, operations, or a related area.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives from conception to implementation.
• Analyze current workflows and identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks.
• Train and mentor team members on new processes and tools.

Skills

Process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Proficiency with process mapping and analytics tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field

Job description

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.

Lead Process Specialist

Pleasant Prairie, WI

The Lead Process Specialist is responsible for overseeing and optimizing organizational processes to ensure maximum efficiency and quality. This role involves analyzing existing workflows, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing best practices across departments. The Lead Process Specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive process changes, monitors performance metrics, and ensures compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in process improvement, operations, or a related area.
• Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven leadership and project management experience.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with process mapping and analytics tools.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives from conception to implementation.
• Analyze current workflows and identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks.
• Develop and document standardized procedures and best practices.
• Train and mentor team members on new processes and tools.
• Monitor process performance using relevant metrics and KPIs.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and support for process changes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Report on progress and outcomes to senior management.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• 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.