Manager, Value Stream

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? Location: SCUPP Job Summary The Value Stream Manager is a leadership role that will be primarily focused on ensuring a safe work environment for all team members, while maintaining continuous operational execution and production of quality products that are delivered on‑time to customers within established cost targets. The Value Stream Manager will focus on eliminating waste developed in the value stream process, identifying business growth opportunities, understanding the importance of customer value created by the company, maximizing capacity to grow sales and driving lean continuous improvement. Strategically focused and leading/driving team members in Kaizen events, problem solving activities, owning the value stream. Key Responsibilities Manage all value stream related KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) (SQDCI) 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 Co‑lead recordable or significant case investigations including root‑cause and corrective actions Ensure the execution of findings of accident investigations and safety alerts within their value stream Ensure policies and processes are deployed uniformly throughout the value stream Actively lead the Southwire DHP (Daily Huddle Process) and share information related to the value stream as needed Lead problem‑solving events and follow up with corrective actions for completion Create a standard for value stream process and ensure the entire team is properly trained, resourced, supplied, and managed to attain the objectives Drive team member engagement within the value stream 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 Required Education & Experience 3 years related supervisory experience in heavy industrial manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred in engineering, business or related field. 5 years related supervisory experience in heavy industrial manufacturing. Skills Attracts Top Talent Communicates Effectively Courage Decision Quality Drives Results Benefits 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwire Company