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: Denton

 

Job Summary

Manages and assists in performance of preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical), evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability and yield, performs equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance), troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems, prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures.

Key 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 blueprints. Schedule and assign employees to daily task of maintaining the facility and production equipment via work orders, following up to ensure job is completed. Schedule maintenenance technicians and maintain database for equipment calibation 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, incluidng 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 neccesary. Negotiates and developes relationships with vendors to ensue Southwire is getting the best prices.

 

Required Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in technical discipline and or equivalent experience preferred. Previous technical supervisory experience demosntrating the ability to manage people and processes. Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems with electronics controls in an industrial environment. 5 years of electrical experience with manufacturing equipment. 5 years of mechanical experience with manufacturing equipment. Experience troubleshooting digital controls. Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills and able to read specs and prints. Must be able to use and manipulate computer applications such Word and Excel. Preferred Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in technical discipline 10 plus years of experience Spans of Control

Direct reports: Yes

Travel

5% if needed

Physical Requirements Standing 25% Walking 25% Sitting 25% Lifting 20% Bending/Kneeling 5% Working Conditions

Manufacturing environment, plant floor, various shifts, extreme head/cold, loud noise, fumes.

Equipment

Computer, keyboard and other electronic devices as needed

Competencies Attracts Top TalentDrives ResultsCourageDecision QualityFinancial AcumenCommunicates EffectivelySkills

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.