Machine Operator
Southwire Company
operator training
cleanliness
preventive maintenance
issue escalation
sop compliance
Training of Operators where needed
Ensure work areas are clean and well organized
Lead, and capable of, applicable preventive maintenance activities and unplanned repairs
Will act as the first point of contact when problems arise. Escalate issues to the Production Supervisor if they can’t be solved
Ensure Operators are performing tasks in accordance with SOPs
equipment
process
learning
Must have high level knowledge of equipment/process from start to finish and willing to learn where development is needed or new processes launched
BenefitsStarting Pay Rate: $22.67
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, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. 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 commitment to delivering quality and service to our customers, exercising environmental stewardship, enhancing the well-being of our employees and giving back to the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
- Parental Leave
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
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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.
- 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.
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.
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)
