Production Leader (Steel Fabrication/Welding)

Electrical Power Products; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Power Products (EP², a Flex company) in Des Moines is seeking a Production Leader for our Steel Fabrication and Paint operations. This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, people development, and delivering exceptional results for customers in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead daily production, coach teams, drive lean initiatives, and partner with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to meet schedules, improve first-pass yield, and foster a culture of continuous

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience leading teams in steel fabrication.
• Experience in custom manufacturing or make-to-order environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and decision-making capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field (optional).

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture where safety is the top priority.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop production team members.
• Drive performance in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
• Ensure production schedules meet customer commitments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing leadership teams.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and employee development.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree (optional) in Engineering, Business, Operations Mgmt, or related field

Job description

Ready to take your manufacturing leadership career to the next level?

EP², a Flex company, is seeking a Production Leader to oversee our Steel and Paint operations in Des Moines. This role is ideal for a leader who is passionate about safety, employee development, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional results for customers.

Join a growing organization where you'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact, develop high-performing teams, and build a rewarding career with the support of a global manufacturing leader.

We're seeking a Production Leader (Steel Fabrication) to lead a key area of our manufacturing operation. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing people, driving continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional results for our customers.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in leading production teams, promoting a safety-first culture, and ensuring excellence in quality, delivery, productivity, and employee engagement.

What You'll Do:

As a Production Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance of our Steel and Paint operations while creating an environment where employees can succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a culture where safety is always the top priority
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop production team members
• Drive performance in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost
• Ensure production schedules are executed successfully to meet customer commitments
• Promote a customer-first mindset throughout the operation
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and departmental performance metrics
• Drive First-Time Quality and adherence to company specifications
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles
• Identify and resolve operational challenges while removing barriers to success
• Foster teamwork, accountability, communication, and collaboration across departments
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing leadership teams
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and employee development
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years experience leading teams in a steel fabrication environment
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field optional.
• Experience in custom manufacturing or make-to-order environments
• Proven ability to drive performance and achieve operational goals
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Results-driven mindset with a passion for employee development
• Strong organizational and decision-making capabilities

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