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About the Role

The Operations Management Associate (OMA) – Plant Manager Development Program is designed to develop the next generation of Plant Managers through a structured combination of hands-on manufacturing experience, executive mentorship, and progressive leadership assignments. High-performing associates are typically promoted into a Plant Manager position within two years or less.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through key manufacturing operations including rod breakdown, wire drawing, bunching, stranding, cabling, plating, quality, maintenance, shipping and receiving, and production planning.
• Learn International Wire Group's manufacturing processes, systems, quality standards, and production specifications.
• Shadow supervisors and department leaders across multiple shifts to gain firsthand operational experience.
• Partner with Plant Leadership to review production metrics, staffing plans, financial reporting, and operational performance.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Corporate Leadership.
• Develop leadership skills by coaching employees, solving operational challenges, and driving business results.
• Identify issues early, communicate effectively, and implement solutions that improve plant performance.
• Lead supervisors and manufacturing teams responsible for safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, work-in-process (WIP), employee development, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership experience.
• Proven success leading teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to improve safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and operational performance.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High integrity with sound decision-making skills.
• Candidates must be willing to travel between International Wire Group manufacturing locations during the development program.
• Candidates must be willing to work flexible schedules, including occasional evenings and weekends, as business needs require.
• Candidates must be willing to relocate upon promotion into a Plant Manager position.

Skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis
• Corrective Action
• Manufacturing equipment
• Maintenance

Location

• Remote
• Onsite

Work Type

• Full-time
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• 5-10 years
• Leadership Development

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent experience will be considered.

Salary/Compensations

• $90,000 – $105,000 annually

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Ongoing leadership development
• Career growth opportunities

About the Company

• International Wire Group (IWG), a Pantheon Electric Company, is seeking exceptional manufacturing leaders ready to take the next step in their careers.
• At International Wire Group, we believe great leaders are developed through experience, mentorship, and opportunity.
• Join International Wire Group, a Pantheon Electric Company, and help shape the future of manufacturing.