Team Lead

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

Shift: 6:50PM - 7:00AM

Pay Rate: $36.51 – $37.63

Job Description

Summary
Team Lead will work directly with operations to support production needs around production control and planning of machines in their designated area of responsibility. Responsibilities will cover functions related to coordinating a seamless production flow in relation to raw materials, work in process material, and through to finish goods transfer of material.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

Safety:
Support Southwire’s Culture of Zero by demonstrating Safe and Quality conscious work habits
Use tools properly and shows a bias for action.
Turn in safety touch point and making connection with operators.

Human Capital:
Coordinate training activities for new hires, they can supplement training and provide 30/60/90 progress feedback to Supervisor.
Provide hands-on assistance in trouble shooting and eliminating process issues.
Provide hands-on assistance in support of day-to-day operations.
Provide hands-on assistance in area of cost reduction- areas such as: dimensional control, manufacturing methods, etc.

DHP:
Actively participate in the DHP process and be capable of conducting cell level huddles as needed.
Coordinate with support staff to assist in resolving problems as needed.
Verify hour-by-hour production rates.
Any other activities as directed by the Plant Leadership

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Exhibits good decision-making and analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Able to influence and train others in a respectful manner.
• Illustrates a minimum level of communication skills (verbal and written) and knows when it is time to escalate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite is a plus.
• Must possess strong multitasking capabilities and organizational skills.
• Effectively work in a team environment.
  
  
  

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
• Parental Leave
• & 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.