Wire Department Manager

US Electrical Services; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

U.S. Electrical Services, Inc. (USESI) is seeking a motivated Wire Department Manager to lead a growing operation in Landover, MD. You will oversee production planning, inventory, safety, and staffing while expanding to 1,000 cuts per day and doubling capacity.

The role requires 5+ years of supervision in wire industry, strong leadership and budget oversight, and a hands-on approach with the on-floor team to meet aggressive growth goals and service commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• Minimum 5+ years in a supervisory or management role.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, and develop associates; set clear expectations.
• Match staffing and equipment capacity to demand; meet customer commitments.
• Organize space expansion, equipment placement, and material flow.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Financial acumen

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management

Job description

Empower your Future at One of the Nation’s Leading Independent Electrical Distributors!

At U.S. Electrical Services, Inc. (USESI), we combine over 100 years of expertise, $150M+ in inventory, and the power of 2,000+ dedicated employees across 150 locations to deliver excellence every day. As a family of 14 regional businesses, we thrive on innovation and teamwork, empowering our people to shape the future of the electrical industry.

Maurice Electrical Supply, an affiliate of USESI, is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Wire Department Manager to join our team.Maurice Electrical Supply is adding 45,000 square feet to expand our wire operation. We’re seeking a Wire Department Manager to lead our team, improve production processes, and build the capacity to double cutting volume and handle 1,000 cuts per day. Thisis a leadership position with responsibility for people, production planning, inventory, equipment, safety, and service. The manager will be actively engaged on the floor—directing work, developing associates, and solving problems—with occasional cutting support during demand surges. This position will be located in Landover, MD.

Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

Team leadership: Hire, train, schedule, and develop associates. Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable for results.

Production planning: Match staffing and equipment capacity to demand, establish daily priorities, and meet customer commitments.

Expansion execution: Help organize the additional space, including equipment placement, reel storage, material flow, and staging.

Operational improvement: Identify bottlenecks, improve workflows, reduce downtime, and establish consistent procedures.

Inventory management: Maintain accurate reel footage and stock records, manage remnants, reduce scrap, and coordinate replenishment with purchasing.

Safety and equipment: Establish safe operating practices, maintain training standards, and oversee preventive maintenance.

Business performance: Monitor productivity, labor costs, accuracy, and service levels. Recommend investments and improvements that support profitable growth.

Customer and branch support: Work with sales, purchasing, and delivery teams to support wire opportunities and provide dependable service throughout our footprint.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Leadership experience in wire manufacturing, wire processing, electrical distribution, or a related production environment.
• A background with a wire manufacturer is a major plus, particularly experience in production supervision, plant operations, scheduling, or continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with teams and leadership.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills to address challenges effectively.
• Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• The ability to lead people, organize a busy operation, and turn growth goals into practical operating plans.
• Strong inventory, equipment, and production management skills.
• A visible, approachable leadership style and a willingness to assist the team during peak demand.
• Analytical and financial acumen for budget oversight and performance analysis.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field strongly preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a supervisory or management role preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and market conditions.
• Commitment to fostering a high-performance work culture.

The Opportunity:

Help shape a growing wire operation with a substantial investment in space and capacity. You’ll have a direct role in building the team, establishing processes, and improving the department’s performance.

At USESI, we believe that our benefits should make a difference—to you, your job, and the life you lead outside of work. We are dedicated to supporting our most valuable asset, our employees!

Full-time employees are eligible for the following comprehensive benefit plan:

• Matching 401(k)
• Company-paid Life Insurance + (AD&D)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Choice of Voluntary Benefits including identity theft

It is the policy of USESI and its affiliates to consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail] .

Location(s)

6500-A Sheriff Road, Landover , Maryland 20785 , United States

Pay Range

$80,000-$120,000 per year

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