Supervisor, Maintenance Southwire Company, LLC parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Georgia, Villa Rica Aug 11, 2026 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 andjobsite 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, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.
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Villa Rica West Georgia Distribution Center Job Summary The Maintenance Supervisor ensures completion of planned maintenance work selected for the daily schedule through maintenance coordination. The Maintenance Supervisor is also responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the maintenance team, ensuring the seamless continuation of work in progress as outlined in the work schedule. This role includes the prompt execution of emergency work orders received directly from Operations, requiring quick decision-making and effective resource allocation. The Supervisor holds full management responsibility for their crew, including ensuring safety compliance, maintaining high standards of work quality and efficiency, assessing team skills, facilitating training and development, and handling administrative personnel matters. This position plays a critical role in maintaining operational continuity and supporting the overall performance of the maintenance department. Key Responsibilities
Ensures adherence to safety policies and protocols so that jobs are performed safely.
Discusses functional assignments with the Planner on complex job packages and reports craft recommendations to Planner for improving work procedures and plans.
Manages the daily work schedule, informs craft of work assignments, and ensures work order workflow adherence
Ensures that plant equipment, tools, and materials are available before starting a job and follows up on jobs to determine progress and status of the daily work.
Keeps stakeholders informed on deviations to scheduled activities and communicates KPI performance.
Coordinates and completes emergency and urgent (break-in) jobs in an efficient manner.
Reviews work packages of planned work orders and recommends necessary changes and ensures work packages are accurately completed and returned promptly.
Participates in root cause analyses for consequential and/or assigned incidents.
Manages craft training and development and ensures annual skills assessment completion.
Acts as a Management Representative during off-business hours (such as weekends and holidays)and manages daily operations including safety adherence, work scheduling, progress tracking, team member communication and engagement, team member timecard management, job coordination, training and development, performance management, resource allocation, and acts as the first point of escalation for personnel issues.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.
Certified Maintenance Technician (CMT) or similar certification
Years of Experience:
8-11
Years Field of Expertise:
7+ Years of maintenance supervisory experience or 10+ years of multi-craft maintenance experience in
Industrial Maintenance Field of Expertise:
Education and or experience combination. Spans of Control Does this role
Manage Southwire Team Members:
Yes Number of Direct Reports:
5-10
Travel Travel:
None Physical Requirements Kneeling/Stooping:
10%
Driving:
10%
Standing:
20%
Sitting:
20%
Walking:
30%
Pushing/Pulling:
10%
Weight:
45 Working Conditions Office Plant/Warehouse Floor Various Shifts Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays Extreme Heat/Cold Heights/Elevated Platforms Confined Spaces Dust/Fumes/Gases/Chemicals Loud Noise Equipment Hard Hat Computer/Keyboard Safety Glasses Safety Shoes Power Tools Heavy Machinery Competencies
Attracts Top Talent
Drives Results
Courage
Decision Quality
Financial Acumen
Communicates Effectively
Skills
Equipment Maintenance
Shop Drawing
Purchasing
Strategic Communication
Failure Mode And Effects Analysis
Electrical Systems
Resource Management
Root Cause Analysis
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
Continuous Improvement Process Benefits We Offer:
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
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.
