• Production Supervisor

    Southwire (Youngsville, NC)


    Production Supervisor

     

    **Date:** Oct 2, 2025

    **Location:** Youngsville, NC, US, 27596

    **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. 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?

    Job Summary

    The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing production, providing leadership to the manufacturing team, and facilitating the production process to ensure the achievement of all manufacturing objectives. This person works with the Production Leads, other members of management, and employees in their facility to oversee the production floor, manages the human capital plan, drive operational excellence, and direct capacity management.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Manages daily operations to include delegation of work assignments.

    + Drives team goals and focuses on SQDCI. Takes ownership and pride of department.

    + Troubleshooting production problems (i.e., equipment, processes)

    + Documents work performance and administers discipline.

    + Staffing control – manages vacations, leaves, job movements, to ensure adequate staffing levels.

    + Ensures adherence to policies and procedures.

    + Assists with capacity planning and new production development work.

    + Culture of Zero adherence in safety and quality.

    + Drives process improvement and 5S lean manufacturing principles.

    + Timekeeping responsibilities (ADP)

    Required Education & Experience

    + High School diploma or equivalent.

    + 3+ years of experience.

    Preferred Skills, Education, & Experience

    + 3 to 5 years of leadership experience in a production control/planning environment preferred.

    + Basic computer knowledge, experience using an ERP system desirable.

    + Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

    + SAP experience desirable.

     

    Competencies

     

    Attracts Top Talent

     

    Drives Results

     

    Courage

     

    Decision Quality

     

    Financial Acumen

     

    Communicates Effectively

    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.

     

    **Nearest Major Market:** Raleigh