Production Leader: Lean Manufacturing & Team Coaching

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

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.