General Job Description:
Title: Production Supervisor
Position Summary
The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily shop-floor operations for switchgear manufacturing, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals are met. This role provides direct supervision to production employees while coordinating with engineering, quality, and supply chain to support efficient, on-time build of electrical power and control systems.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate daily production activities for switchgear and electrical equipment manufacturing
Lead, coach, and develop production employees, including onboarding, training, and performance feedback
Enforce safety policies and promote a strong safety-first culture on the shop floor
Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality and efficiency standards
Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve build issues, nonconformances, and process improvements
Monitor labor utilization, workflow, and material availability to minimize downtime
Conduct daily production meetings and communicate priorities, goals, and expectations
Maintain accurate production records, labor reporting, and work order documentation
Support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, lean manufacturing, process optimization)
Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and electrical manufacturing standards
Specific Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or trade school preferred
3+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience in electrical equipment, switchgear, control panels, or similar industrial manufacturing preferred
Strong understanding of shop-floor operations, scheduling, and workforce management
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and production documentation
Solid leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with basic computer systems (ERP/MRP, labor tracking, email)
Company Overview:
Why IES Infrastructure?
IES Infrastructure offers competitive salaries. But, if you make your employment decision based on salary only, you’re overlooking other significant factors – work environment and employee benefits. We offer a friendly, team-work environment with opportunities for continuous development and career advancement. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides real protection for you and your family.
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Health & dental insurance
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Group life & accidental death & dismemberment insurance
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Supplemental life insurance
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Voluntary accident insurance
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Company Paid Disability insurance (short and long-term)
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Vacation and holidays
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401k
Company Culture
Commitment to Excellence – Consistently exceeds expectations.
Honesty and Integrity – Strive to do what is right and do what we say we will do.
Safety – Create a safe working environment in all operating locations.
Respect -Honor the rights of all involved.
Communication – Communicate clearly and directly with all involved.
Employee Satisfaction – Create employee opportunities for growth and development.
Innovation and Creativity – Apply creative ingenuity to make us better, faster, and first.
Resiliency – No obstacle will stop us from accomplishing our goals.
Teamwork – Above all else, work together as one team and one group of professionals.
All positions require customer focus with a service-oriented attitude as well as attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changes in daily activities is essential. Ability to travel and work overtime/weekends, as needed, to meet customer and in-house demands. All applicants must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening and must have a clean driving record.
Additional Data:
PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.
NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.
EEO & Affirmative Action
The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.
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Disability Accommodation
IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.
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