Leading developer and manufacturer of building wire, utility cable and installation tools.
Lead safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing value stream.
12 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Pleasant Prairie, WI
Onsite
Company Size
9,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Manufacturing
Technical Support
Engineering
Digital Solutions
Field Services
Contractor Equipment
Sector Specialisms
Utility
Residential
Commercial
Building Infrastructure
Industrial Products & Systems
Lighting Systems
Transportation Systems
Factory Power & Automation
Role
Description
Ensure policies and processes are deployed uniformly throughout the value stream
Drives Team Member engagement within value stream
Lead problem solving events and follow-up with corrective actions for completion.
Develop a highly motivated and committed workforce with emphasis on the development of skills needed to accomplish safety, quality, on-time delivery, and product cost goals.
Drive Southwire Culture of Zero within the manufacturing/distribution environments by demonstrating Safe and Quality conscious work habits and ensuring that all team members are following our Culture of Zero policies for Safety and Quality.
Manage all value stream related KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) (SQDCI)
Create a standard for value stream process and ensure entire team are properly trained, resourced, supplied, and managed to attain the objectives.
Responsible for ensuring the execution of findings of accident investigations and safety alerts within their value stream.
Co-leads recordable or significant case investigations including root-cause and corrective actions.
Actively leads the Southwire DHP (DAILY HUDDLE PROCESS) process and can share information related to value stream as needed.
Requirements
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1950
Year Established
The company was established with the ambition to bring electric light to rural Georgia.
5M Pounds Wire
Early Growth Milestone
Within two years of operation, the company achieved significant expansion by shipping 5 million pounds of wire.
$8B Revenue
Annual Revenue
As North America's largest wire and cable producer, the company generates nearly $8 billion in annual revenue.
It steadily expanded into building wire, utility cable, tools and assembled solutions across North America and beyond.
Typical projects include supplying electrical infrastructure for residential construction, power transmission and high‑voltage utility networks.
The firm serves industrial, energy, utility and OEM sectors, emphasizing engineered cable systems and contractor tools.
Still family‑owned after 75 years, with a legacy of bold machinery expansion—from three machines to a global enterprise.
Its C7 covered conductor and MCAP cables showcase innovation in lightweight, corrosion‑resistant utility solutions.
Culture + Values
Empowerment
Trust
Consistency
Inclusion
culture prioritizes the interests of our team members, customers, communities and shareholders through a continuous commitment to empowerment, trust, consistency and inclusion.
Environment + Sustainability
100% Carbon Neutral
Energy Goal
Aims to achieve 100% carbon neutral energy for operations (Scope 1 & 2) by 2025, building on a 2018 baseline.
35% Emissions Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Progress
Already reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% toward the Carbon Zero goal.
10 Million lbs
Plastic Recycling
Recycles 10 million pounds of plastic annually in manufacturing processes.
$200,000 Saved
Recycling Efficiency
Saved over $200,000 through plastic recycling efforts in 2022.
Three manufacturing sites have Copper Mark certification for responsible copper production.
Over 100 wire and cable products have independently verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), covering >90% of product categories.
Installed solar generation system at HQ (2021) plus 2 additional sites and 6 EV charging stations company-wide.
10-year PPA via Georgia Power CRSP to offset ~6% of carbon footprint.
Began using biodegradable stretch-film cutting virgin plastic use by ~70% after two years.
Inclusion & Diversity
2023
Inclusion Report
The company released its second annual Inclusion Report in 2023, highlighting progress in diversity and inclusion initiatives.
2020
CEO Pledge
The CEO signed the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge in 2020, committing to advancing diversity and inclusion within the company.
2024
Corporate Legacy Award
The company received the Corporate Legacy Award in 2024, recognizing its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
2024
Mental Wellbeing Recognition
The company was named one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Wellbeing in 2024.
Six focus areas in DEI strategy: people leaders; inclusive workforce; equity & governance; employee resource groups; reputation & community; value & supply chain
Invested in employee nursing rooms across facilities to support women
Employee Resource Groups aligned with core values of empowerment, trust, consistency and inclusion
Increased representation of women, under‑represented communities, and veterans (no exact % provided)