Production Leader (Steel/Paint)

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

Job summary

EP², a Flex company, seeks a Production Leader to oversee our Steel and Paint operations in Des Moines. You will lead production teams, champion safety, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer commitments.

This hands-on role requires strong leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to drive performance and meet goals.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Experience with Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of Steel and Paint lines.
• Coach, mentor, and develop production staff.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost targets.
• Ensure schedules meet customer commitments.
• Promote customer-first mindset across operations.
• Monitor performance metrics and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and leadership teams.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

People leadership

Safety-first culture

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Operations

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/Paint) 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

• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing, production, fabrication, paint, steel, or industrial environment
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field
• Experience in custom manufacturing or make-to-order environments
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Standardized Work, and Flow methodologies
• Background in steel fabrication, paint operations, industrial manufacturing, or electrical equipment manufacturing
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical assembly processes

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