Southwire Company

Software Engineer

• Conduct research, analyze data, and present findings to support engineering projects.
• Assist with the design, development, and testing of new or modified equipment, components, and systems.
• Support data collection and analysis for root cause investigations, failure analysis, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in updating and creating engineering documentation, standard operating procedures.
• Utilize CAD software to create or revise drawings, or models as needed for project work.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other deliverables to communicate project progress and results.
• Engage with cross-functional to drive project success.
• Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned.

Product Development Engineering Intern

Manager

• Lead, coach, and develop Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Processing Engineering team members
• Train and employ Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for process improvement projects
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events for continuous improvement
• Maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensure successful implementation of new products
• Lead cost reduction efforts targeting 10% plant cost reduction annually
• Collaborate with Asset Engineering Manager on maintenance and reliability improvement strategies

Senior Manager, Process Optimization

General Counsel

• Provide sound legal advice and counsel to Southwire in complex U.S. and international employment and labor law matters affecting day-to-day operations by assisting, advising, investigating, researching and resolving legal and business matters.
• Manage employment and labor disputes, including lawsuits and complaints filed with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of People and Culture processes and policies to address company needs and legal requirements.
• Support the Total Rewards Team responsible for health & welfare, retirement and compensation benefits.
• Conduct Merger & Acquisition Employment and Labor Law Due Diligence and Integration.
• Lead, support and advise on workplace investigations.
• Draft and negotiate various employment related agreements.
• Partner with the business to assess legal risks and develop strategic solutions to protect the Company’s interests; Ensure key information is communicated to necessary stakeholders.
• Effectively oversee outside counsel, including developing strategies which align with and achieve the Company’s strategic business objectives, coordinating with the appropriate Southwire subject matter experts, and defining the Company’s desired outcomes.
• Manage a high-volume of legal projects.

Senior Counsel – Employment and Labor Law

Engineer

• Assist in the development, testing, and implementation of process control system enhancements under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support data collection and analysis efforts to help improve process efficiency and product quality.
• Help integrate and organize data from various sources for use in real-time monitoring and reporting.
• Participate in the documentation of projects, including control system schematics and operating procedures, using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office tools.
• Contribute to troubleshooting and resolving basic control system and networking issues alongside engineering and IT teams.
• Engage in learning activities related to Siemens TIA Portal, Step7, and Rockwell RSLogix 5000 programming environments.
• Observe and assist in the application of safety standards and industry regulations throughout engineering projects.
• Attend cross-functional meetings and support collaboration among engineering, IT, and production teams.

Process Controls Engineer Intern

Risk

• Support enterprise technology governance by managing compliance, risk, and architecture standards.
• Facilitate governance forums and maintain system architecture integrity.
• Review and validate IT solution designs for compliance with security, legal, and procurement requirements.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity, Legal, and People & Culture on contracts, sensitive data handling, and resilience measures.
• Monitor and report on governance KPIs, including compliance, risk posture, and cost optimization.
• Drive application rationalization initiatives and assess enterprise IT risks.
• Support vendor governance activities, including risk assessments and contract compliance.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance governance processes.

Senior Analyst, IT Governance

• Manages the environmental health and safety (EHS) function across assigned operations
• Provides leadership to professional team members and/or supervisors
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address operational challenges and evolving regulatory standards
• Provides technical guidance and expertise to leadership, employees, and customers
• Develops and implements programs that foster a culture of safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship
• Operates with guidance from the director and collaborates cross-functionally to integrate EHS practices into business operations
• Supports the change management and safety integration to the newly construction distribution center in Waco, GA

Manager, Environmental Health and Safety

• Manage all value stream related KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) (SQDCI)
• Drive Southwire Culture of Zero within the manufacturing/distribution environments by demonstrating Safe and Quality conscious work habits and ensuring that all team members are following our Culture of Zero policies for Safety and Quality.
• Co-leads recordable or significant case investigations including root-cause and corrective actions.
• Responsible for ensuring the execution of findings of accident investigations and safety alerts within their value stream.
• Ensure policies and processes are deployed uniformly throughout the value stream
• Actively leads the Southwire DHP (DAILY HUDDLE PROCESS) process and can share information related to value stream as needed.
• Lead problem solving events and follow-up with corrective actions for completion.
• Create a standard for value stream process and ensure entire team are properly trained, resourced, supplied, and managed to attain the objectives.
• Drives Team Member engagement within value stream
• Develop a highly motivated and committed workforce with emphasis on the development of skills needed to accomplish safety, quality, on-time delivery, and product cost goals.

Manager, Value Stream

Project Manager

• Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.
• You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.
• You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and community service /volunteer initiatives.
• You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to a world-class program community.
• Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.

Project Management Intern

• Lead, coach, and develop Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Processing Engineering team members.
• Train and employ Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to lead process improvement projects.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure products meet customer expectations.
• Ensure successful implementation of new products using methods including APQP and PPAP.
• Lead a systematic process of cost reduction and own the Cost Out pipeline of projects.

Administration

• Observes system performance and user issues to provide technical support for computer applications and hardware.
• Handles user inquiries regarding system procedures, online transactions, and downtime protocols to ensure efficient issue resolution.
• Documents troubleshooting activities in a tracking log and contacts network services or software teams to restore service and identify recurring problems.
• Administers the day-to-day operations of IT/OT support systems.
• Interprets and diagnoses technical issues, providing effective solutions for hardware, software, and network-related problems.
• Keeps detailed records of issues reported, solutions implemented, and system performance.
• Answers IT/OT-related inquiries from employees, providing clear and effective guidance.
• Maintains IT/OT equipment, ensuring that all devices are functioning properly.
• Monitors the performance of the organization’s IT/OT infrastructure.
• Communicates technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Observes patterns in recurring IT/OT issues and recommends adjustments.
• Coordinates with external vendors or third-party service providers to manage equipment repairs, software updates, and system improvements.

Senior Administrator, IT

Supply Chain

• Focus on excellent customer service and take pride in every order we fill for our customers
• Operate forklift to load and unload trucks and move material in the warehouse or plant
• Stage finished products
• Entering data using warehouse computer applications
• Perform all duties and specific projects as assigned in a safe and productive manner

Inventory Control Clerk

Accounting Manager

• The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work.
• Southwire provides interns and co-ops with “real world” applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment after graduation.
• Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.
• You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.
• Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.

Accounting Intern

Operations

• Promote a Culture of Zero by continuously monitoring safety rules and requirements (i.e., dress code/PPE/reporting requirements/machine guarding)
• Lead the completion of Incident Investigations at the event's time, including root cause and corrective action. Responsibility to escalate.
• When necessary, complete risk assessments and hazard recognition
• Respond to team member safety concerns in a timely manner
• Communicate safety violations, team member safety concerns and/or identified safety hazards to management
• Create Maintenance Work Order for alteration or repair of safety hazards
• Acts as a Management Representative during off-business hours (such as weekends and holidays) - shift rotation
• Staffing Control: ensure the right resources are in the right place to run the operation, manage vacation leaves, job movements, to manage adequate staffing and participate in interviews
• Leads Tier 1 Daily Accountability process with Team Leaders
• Facilitate the Daily Huddle Process

Operations Supervisor

Architect

• Leads the design and implementation of enterprise applications
• Defines integration strategies
• Ensures compliance with architectural standards
• Provides technical and functional leadership
• Evaluates new technologies
• Mentors design teams
• Collaborates with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions
• Ensures adherence to architectural standards, best practices, and compliance requirements across all implementations
• Provides technical and functional leadership during design, build, and deployment phases of major programs
• Evaluates emerging technologies and recommends solutions that align with long-term enterprise strategy
• Performs other duties as assigned

Architect IV, Principal Solution

• Assist with assigned projects and presentations
• Collaborate with peers and mentors
• Participate in organized events and community service

Product Development Engineering Intern

Senior Manager, Process Optimization

Senior Counsel – Employment and Labor Law

Process Controls Engineer Intern

Senior Analyst, IT Governance

Manager, Environmental Health and Safety

Manager, Value Stream

Project Management Intern

Senior Manager, Process Optimization

Senior Administrator, IT

Inventory Control Clerk

Accounting Intern

Operations Supervisor

Architect IV, Principal Solution

Development Engineer Intern