Wire Department Manager

US Electrical Services•Landover, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Maurice Electrical Supply, an affiliate of U.S. Electrical Services, Inc. (USESI), is seeking a Wire Department Manager for its expanding wire operation in Landover, Maryland. The department is adding 45,000 square feet, and the manager will lead the team, improve production processes, and build capacity to double cutting volume and handle 1,000 cuts per day. This leadership role covers people management, production planning, inventory, equipment, safety, and service. The manager will be actively engaged on the floor directing work, developing associates, and solving problems, with occasional cutting support during demand surges. The role includes helping organize the expanded space and establishing practical operating plans and processes to support growth.

Requirements

Leadership experience in wire manufacturing, wire processing, electrical distribution, or a related production environment.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with teams and leadership.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities.
Ability to lead people, organize a busy operation, and turn growth goals into practical operating plans.
Strong inventory, equipment, and production management skills.
Visible, approachable leadership style and willingness to assist the team during peak demand.
Analytical and financial acumen for budget oversight and performance analysis.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs and market conditions.
Commitment to fostering a high-performance work culture.

Nice To Haves

Background with a wire manufacturer, particularly in production supervision, plant operations, scheduling, or continuous improvement.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; equivalent experience is accepted.
Five or more years of experience in a supervisory or management role.

Responsibilities

Hire, train, schedule, and develop associates; set expectations and hold the team accountable for results.
Match staffing and equipment capacity to demand, set daily priorities, and meet customer commitments.
Help organize the additional space, including equipment placement, reel storage, material flow, and staging.
Identify bottlenecks, improve workflows, reduce downtime, and establish consistent procedures.
Maintain accurate reel footage and stock records, manage remnants, reduce scrap, and coordinate replenishment with purchasing.
Establish safe operating practices, maintain training standards, and oversee preventive maintenance.
Monitor productivity, labor costs, accuracy, and service levels; recommend investments and improvements that support profitable growth.
Work with sales, purchasing, and delivery teams to support wire opportunities and dependable service throughout the company's footprint.
Provide occasional cutting support during demand surges.