Senior Specialist, Training-Operations

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.

Location:

SCUPP

The Senior Specialist, Training-Operations is responsible for providing strategic leadership and executing training programs at the operational level. This role focuses on the delivery and support of training initiatives, mentoring others, and contributing to change management and compliance efforts.

Strategy & Planning:
Provides strategic leadership and executes training programs at the operational level, focusing on delivery and support.

Content Development:
Drives execution of training documentation, processes, and plans; provides feedback for improvement.

Training Delivery:
Customizes and localizes training materials for specific roles or departments; facilitates in‑person & virtual training.

Team Leadership:
Delivers onboarding, safety, and job‑specific training to hourly and salaried team members; mentors others and may lead projects.

Change Management:
Drives change communication and training rollout during change initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement:
Works closely with supervisors and frontline team members to identify training gaps.

Compliance & Documentation:
Ensures communication and training rollout during change initiatives at the local level.

Evaluation & Metrics:
Maintains training records and ensures documentation is up to date locally.

Technology & Tools:
Collects and analyzes feedback and reports on training participation and comprehension.

Professional Development:
Demonstrates a learning commitment; encouraged to develop skills in facilitation, LMS use, and instructional design.

Bachelor’s Degree:
Education, or business‑related field.

Years of

Experience:

5-7.

Training or operations in a manufacturing environment.

Master’s Degree:
Education, HR, Organizational Development or related field.

Years of

Experience:

8-11.

Knowledge of adult learning principles, Training, Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement, or Organization Operations in a manufacturing environment.

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members:
No.

Domestic:
Up to 25 %.

Standing: 50 %.

Walking: 25 %.

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Heights/Elevated Platforms

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Accountability

Change Management

Employee Engagement

Instructional Design

Learning Management Systems

Train The Trainer

Training And Development Needs Assessment

Training Records Management

• 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
• 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.