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Job Summary
To support our extraordinary team who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Production Leader located in Des Moines, IA.
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Leader will be responsible for leading people, managing production, coaching teams, resolving issues, and driving overall performance. This person will continue to cultivate a culture of teamwork, results and customer commitment. We are seeking an individual who wants to be an impact player, who wants to grow and who wants to be a big part of our continued success story!
What a typical day looks like:
- Lead Safety in all areas of the department(s). #1 Priority.
- Bring a customer-driven and quality focus to the entire team.
- Set performance goals and deadlines that align with the plans and vision of Electrical Power Products, Inc.’s plans and vision, and communicate this to the team. Meet daily and weekly production targets and goals.
- Own, manage and lead successful completion of production schedules.
- Ensure projects are resourced and monitor progress through successful completion.
- Monitor employee productivity while providing constructive feedback.
- Receive complaints and resolve issues that may arise. Grow teamwork, coordination, cooperation and communication.
- Hire and train new employees. Embrace and promote growth and development.
- Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions if the need presents itself.
The experience we’re looking to add to our team:
- BS degree in engineering, business or equivalent strongly preferred. Other education and/or comparable experience will be considered. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering preferred.
- Proven experience as a manager, supervisor or relevant role in a manufacturing and production environment. Passion for leadership. Strong leadership presence and influence.
- Experience with steel fabrication and/or powder paint.
- Strong combination of leadership, job functional skills and organizational skills a must.
- Experience in large scale manufacturing environment (make-to-order experience preferred). Strong understanding of best manufacturing practices (standardized work, Lean, flow, 5S, continuous improvement, etc.).
- Possesses general working knowledge of electrical-mechanical components, installation, assembly. Mechanically inclined and aptitude to learn our products.
- Comfortable on both the shop floor and in the office environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong presence.
- Outstanding organizational and leadership skills. Results-oriented.
- Ability to collaborate with other teams and team members. Coach/mentor.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline:
Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Posting Start Date 10-13-2026 Job Posting End Date 01-13-2027
Job Category
Operations
Is Sponsorship Available?
No
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