Production Lead

Socket.dev; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Performance bonuses

HSA contributions

Regular business hours

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Interstates, headquartered in Iowa, is seeking a Production Lead to supervise and coordinate the timely completion of manufactured products across electrical and modular solutions. The role focuses on safety, quality, productivity, and leadership across a 15–20 person production team.

You will drive shift performance, mentor staff, and work with stakeholders to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery while upholding company values and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college.
• Three to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent.
• Experience leading production crews in manufacturing settings.
• Knowledge of safety standards and quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead production crews of 15–20 employees and manage shift activities.
• Ensure safety, quality standards, and on-time delivery of manufactured products.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and monitor progress to meet schedules and budgets.
• Mentor and coach team members for skill development and performance improvement.
• Collaborate with design, planning, and other functions to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Quality

Productivity

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates

At Interstates, we don’t just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we’re doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you’re bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you’ll feel at home here.

The Production Lead is committed to personal, project, and company success. This role supervises and coordinates the timely completion of manufactured products that represent safe, high-quality work delivered on schedule and within budget. The Production Lead effectively leads production crews in the construction of industrial panels, electrical prefabrication, modular solutions, skids, containers, and e-houses from layout through completion.

Key Responsibilities

SAFETY

• Leads by example in all safe work practices and ensures full compliance with PPE and safety procedures.
• Maintains clean, orderly, and hazard-free work areas while holding the team accountable for safety expectations.
• Stops unsafe work immediately and addresses hazards, incidents, or near-misses appropriately.
• Promotes active safety engagement and psychological safety so team members feel comfortable raising concerns.

QUALITY

• Ensures manufactured products meet prints, specifications, and company quality standards from layout through completion.
• Reviews work throughout the production process to prevent defects and minimize rework.
• Maintains accurate documentation, pre-construction records, and manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborates with Design Services and internal partners to resolve quality or documentation issues.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

PRODUCTIVITY

• Supports production planning activities in coordination with supervisors and project leads to ensure materials, labor, and resources are available to meet project schedules.
• Coordinates daily work assignments and monitors progress to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Optimizes workflow and resource utilization while balancing safety and quality requirements.
• Communicates project status, risks, and completion expectations with Production Supervisors.

LEADERSHIP

• Effectively leads and motivates production crews of 15-20 employees through positive influence and accountability.
• Provides direction, coaching, and mentoring to support career advancement and skill development.
• Models and reinforces Interstates’ Core Values in daily interactions and decision-making.
• Creates an environment of trust, respect, and psychological safety where team members can contribute fully.
• Assists with onboarding and training new team members.
• Serves as primary point of contact on the floor during shift.

Essential Skills & Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college
• Three to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short and long-term disability
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Matching 401k program
• Pay for performance bonuses.
• HSA contributions
• Regular Business Hours
• Flexible work schedule

What You Should Know Before You Apply

Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see our Privacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice.

Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug‑free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at‑will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.