What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Lead position at Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)?
About IEM
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B in annual sales and 10,000 commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.
Purpose Of Position
The Line Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production line activities to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and meet quality standards.
Essential Functions
Physical Demands:
Activities: Sitting – 15% Walking/Standing – 85%
Lifting: Occasional lift up to 20 lbs.
Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, and climb.
Vision: Long periods of close work on the computer screen and ability to see small or detailed items.
Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Environment: Shop/warehouse, which is not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes.
Why Join IEM
At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com or view a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers
Non-Discrimination Statement
IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.
Privacy
Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B in annual sales and 10,000 commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.
Purpose Of Position
The Line Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production line activities to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and meet quality standards.
Essential Functions
- Lead and coordinate activities of the production line team to meet daily production goals.
- Maintain and report out on the Daily Visual Management (DVM) board, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is available to communicate team performance, issues, and progress.
- Ensure cleanliness and organization of the production area (5S standards).
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities for increased efficiency.
- Ensure team members maintain workflow within the assigned takt time.
- Ensure standard work is followed by all team members; audit regularly and coach deviations to ensure process adherence.
- Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members; support cross-training initiatives to build team flexibility.
- Move or allocate resources (personnel/materials) as needed to support workflow continuity or overflow on the production line.
- Participate in kaizen events and implement standard work improvements to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
- Adhere to established safety guideline.
- Perform other duties which may be required by supervisor.
- Team Coordinators
- Production Staff
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Ability to motivate and direct team members
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Familiarity with production equipment and safety protocols
- Time management and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's or bachelor's degree a bonus
- 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Must be able to speak and write in English
- Bilingual with Spanish is a plus
Physical Demands:
Activities: Sitting – 15% Walking/Standing – 85%
Lifting: Occasional lift up to 20 lbs.
Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, and climb.
Vision: Long periods of close work on the computer screen and ability to see small or detailed items.
Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Environment: Shop/warehouse, which is not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes.
Why Join IEM
At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com or view a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers
Non-Discrimination Statement
IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.
Privacy
Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.
