Production Leader

Electrical Power Products; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EP², a Flex company, is seeking a Production Leader to guide our Des Moines, IA manufacturing operations. You will mentor teams, drive safety, quality, delivery, and productivity, and partner with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet commitments.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, 5S, and Lean practices, with a focus on developing talent, optimizing processes, and sustaining a culture of accountability and teamwork across the site.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leadership in manufacturing, production, or industrial setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field.
• Lean manufacturing, 5S, standardized work and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead production operations and coach team members to achieve goals.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
• Monitor performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Operations

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Standardized work

Job description

Ready to lead, coach, and drive operational excellence?

EP², a Flex company, is seeking a Production Leader to help lead our manufacturing operations in Des Moines, IA. If you're passionate about people leadership, continuous improvement, safety, quality, and delivering results, this is an exciting opportunity to make an impact with a growing organization backed by the strength of Flex.

This is more than a production leadership role. It's an opportunity to directly influence business performance, develop talent, improve processes, and help shape the future of our manufacturing operations.

If you're a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Production Leader, you will be responsible for leading production operations, coaching team members, and driving execution across safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure safe work practices throughout the department
• Lead, coach, and develop production employees to achieve operational excellence
• Drive daily and weekly production goals while ensuring customer commitments are met
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and production schedules to maximize efficiency and throughput
• Promote First Pass Quality and ensure products are built to specification
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing Leadership
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean manufacturing principles
• Resolve production challenges and remove barriers impacting performance
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions as needed
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, communication, and employee engagement
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and talent development activities
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry standards

What We're Looking For

• 5+ Years leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment
• Manufacturing Engineering background or "make-to-order" manufacturing experience is highly desired.
• Familiarity with electrical-mechanical products, assembly, or fabrication operations
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, standardized work, flow, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, and drive results
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Experience balancing safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives
• Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced production environment
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for team development