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Southwire Manager, Maintenance - Equipment Maintenance Technical Specialty in Denton, Texas
Manager, Maintenance - Equipment Maintenance Technical Specialty
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Date: Sep 5, 2024
Location: Denton, TX, US, 76208
Company: Southwire Company LLC
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. Weare 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: Denton
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Southwire Job Description
Reports To: Plant Manager Supervises: All Maintenance Personnel including Mechanics, Electricians, Electronic Technicians, and other Maintenance Positions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Direct employees in installation and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, apparatus, and components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical codes, manuals, schematics, and blue prints
Schedule and assign employees to daily task of maintaining the facility and production equipment via work orders-Follow up to ensure work is completed
Schedule maintenance technicians and maintain database for equipment calibration such as spark tester, lump neck and line counters
Direct outside contractors in installation of machines and equipment following electrical code, supplier's recommendations, and blueprints
Provide leadership and support to guide employees in testing malfunctioning machinery using test equipment and discuss malfunctions with other maintenance workers to properly diagnose malfunction
Provide leadership and support of Lean Manufacturing initiatives
Responsible for HVAC, chillers, boilers, air compressors, pumps and electrical systems
Diagnose and replace faculty mechanical, hydraulic, steam and pneumatic components of machines and equipment
Access existing equipment and process deficiencies, by working with other operation team members, including process engineers. Modify equipment and/or processes to achieve Principal Objective
Directs/manages the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and equipment and initiates reordering when necessary
Negotiates and develops relationships with vendors to ensure we're getting the best prices
In addition:
Coordinate, facilitate and motivate employees to their highest potential. Maintain positive attitudes to assure company and customer (internal and external) satisfaction
Provide personal counseling and keep employees informed of policies, procedures and operational changes. Perform reviews, hiring and discipline for subordinates
Responsible for maintaining safety rules and instructing employees on good safety habits
Initiate and attend meetings to ensure continuous improvements in tooling and work habits. Coordinate and guide employee involvement in team building, meetings, projects and company policies and procedures
Consult with Engineering, Quality and Safety to ensure production manufacture ability
Responsible for meeting production and delivery deadlines
Desirable Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in technical discipline and or equivalent experience preferred
Previous technical supervisory experience demonstrating the ability to manage
Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems with electronic controls
Five years of electrical experience with manufacturing equipment
Five years of mechanical experience with manufacturing equipment
Digital controls troubleshooting experience
Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills and be able to read specs and prints
Must be able to use and manipulate computer applications such Word and Excel
Competencies
Attracts Top Talent
Drives Results
Courage
Decision Quality
Financial Acumen
Communicates Effectively
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.
Nearest Major Market: Denton
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
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