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Specialist, Lean

Southwire Company, LLC
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
9300 Southwest Drive (Show on map)
Feb 04, 2025
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.How will you power what'spossible? Job Summary This position is a key contributor to the CSC and has direct responsibility for facilitating continuous improvement activities at the CSC level in support of the value stream. Reporting to the Value Stream Manager, this individual plays an essential role in initiating, facilitating, implementing, and leading positive change within the organization. This individual will analyze business processes using various lean tools such as gap analysis, fishbone diagrams, and value stream maps to determine root causes. The essential goal is to facilitate progress, reduce costs, both in terms of sales and workflow inefficiencies. Excellent project management skills coupled with a positive leadership style will enable the individual to gain success as they lead cross functional teams in the quest to eliminate waste within all areas of operation. Southwire Job Description * Provides direction to ensure that lean culture continues to grow. * Leads cross-functional project teams to solve reoccurring problems. * Identifies and eliminates waste in all CSC operations. * Facilitates continuous improvement projects by defining and communicating scope, objectives, and direction to team members and management to ensure that the correct technologies fit, and appropriate strategies are implemented. * Fosters a "bottom up" approach to continuous improvement (floor level up - gets "buy-in") * Standardizes and documents key plan operation processes. * Responsible for implementing all OPS Training Initiatives. (Fishbone diagrams, value stream mapping). Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in business or related engineering preferred. * Understanding of Lean Thinking principles (ex: Value Stream Mapping, fishbone diagrams, Kaizen, 5S, TPM, standard work, and QCO). * Ability to effectively lead small groups and provide support to achieve goals. * Working knowledge of various safety regulations or standards (OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, etc.) * Exceptional verbal and written communication with outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills required. * Ability to work non-traditional hours or shifts. * Strong project management skills are required. * Must have excellent computer skills including Excel, Work and Power Point. Competencies Nimble Learning Customer Focus Plans and Aligns Collaborates Balances Stakeholders Action Oriented 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.