Production Leader

Electrical Power Products; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Power Products in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Production Leader to guide daily operations on the shop floor. You will drive safety, quality, and on-time production, working with engineering and maintenance to meet schedules.

This role emphasizes people development, coaching teams, resolving issues, and fostering a culture of teamwork and customer commitment. You will hire and train new employees and ensure adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• Proven experience as a manager in manufacturing and production.
• Experience with steel fabrication and/or powder paint.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in make-to-order environments and Lean practices.
• Knowledge of standard work, 5S, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety as the top priority across the department.
• Meet daily and weekly production targets and schedules.
• Own and manage production schedules and resource planning.
• Hire, train, and develop new employees.
• Resolve issues and drive teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Lean manufacturing

5S

Safety

Communication

Training

Problem solving

Education

BS in Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Job description

EP² provides complete power management systems for commercial and utility industries for power generation, transmission, and distribution. Through a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we empower our employees to grow their careers, solve complex challenges, and make an impact on the industries and communities we serve.

Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of power infrastructure.

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission‑critical applications.

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.

EP² is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at EP², you must complete the application process first).