Production Leader: Lean Manufacturing & Team Growth

Flex; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Production Leader to guide safety, production planning and team development on the shop floor, ensuring reliable delivery and quality. You will drive daily and weekly production targets, coach staff, resolve issues, and partner with the Production Manager to execute schedules and meet customer commitments.

We value leadership presence, strong communication, and a hands-on approach to process improvement, with opportunities to grow within our growing

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering, business or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Proven experience as a manager, supervisor or relevant role in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with steel fabrication and/or powder paint.
• Lean, continuous improvement and general manufacturing practices knowledge.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety as the #1 priority in the department.
• Meet daily and weekly production targets; own production schedules.
• Hire, train and develop new employees; coach teams.
• Resolve issues and drive overall performance and customer commitment.
• Ensure adherence to policies and disciplinary actions when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Production management

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Flex in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Production Leader to guide safety, production planning and team development on the shop floor, ensuring reliable delivery and quality. You will drive daily and weekly production targets, coach staff, resolve issues, and partner with the Production Manager to execute schedules and meet customer commitments.

We value leadership presence, strong communication, and a hands-on approach to process improvement, with opportunities to grow within our growing