Supervisor, Maintenance

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Date: Sep 18, 2026

Location: Florence, AL, US, 35630

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?  

Location: Florence, AL

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.

    • Required Education & Experience

    Minimum education level: High school diploma

    Minimum years of experience: 5 years experience in industrial maitenance

     

    Preferred Education & Experience

    Preferred education level: Associate’s degree or higher

    Licenses/Certificates: Certified Maintenance Technician (CMT) or similar certification

    Preferred years of experience:  8 plus years in industrial maintenance

    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

    Courage
    Financial Acumen
    Drives Results
    Decision Quality
    Attracts Top Talent
    Communicates Effectively

    Skills

    Resource Management
    Root Cause Analysis
    Failure Mode And Effects Analysis
    Equipment Maintenance
    Strategic Communication
    Continuous Improvement Process
    Shop Drawing
    Electrical Systems
    Purchasing
    Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

    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: Florence