Electrical Lead

nVent•Pittsburg, KS

About The Position

The Electrical Lead leads and supports electrical operations, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. The role assigns and coordinates electrical work, equipment installation, and timing to meet production deadlines; monitors productivity, labor hours, and schedules; and identifies and reports inefficiencies and roadblocks. The lead also assists team members with electrical tasks, performs complex or skilled work as needed, collaborates with production teams and management to resolve work-related issues, maintains attendance, hours-worked, and production records, enforces safety standards, supports or conducts safety meetings, and addresses or escalates employee concerns. The role requires at least five years of electrical experience, including three or more years in electrical enclosure or similar industrial manufacturing. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, as is NEC training and working knowledge of the National Electrical Code. Knowledge of OSHA regulations, including Lockout/Tagout and electrical testing procedures, is required. An electrical license and NFPA 70E knowledge or training are preferred. The position involves lifting materials, standing for long periods, and working in varied indoor and outdoor conditions. nVent describes itself as a global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions, with operations and brands worldwide. The company highlights its commitment to community philanthropy, employee inclusion and diversity, and a broad benefits package for eligible full-time employees. Benefits listed include medical, dental, and vision plans; flexible spending accounts; disability, critical illness, accident, and life insurance; a 401(k) and employee stock purchase plan, both with company match; and other possible supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, backup care, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal and identity theft protection.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of electrical experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
3+ years of experience in electrical enclosure or similar industrial manufacturing.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC); NEC training required.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, including Lockout/Tagout and electrical testing procedures.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to lift materials, stand for long periods, and work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining safe, efficient workflows.

Nice To Haves

Electrical license preferred but not required.
NFPA 70E (electrical safety) knowledge or training preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and support electrical operations to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
Assign and coordinate electrical work, equipment installation, and timing to meet production deadlines.
Monitor productivity, labor hours, and schedules; identify and report inefficiencies and roadblocks.
Assist team members with electrical tasks and perform more complex or skilled work as needed.
Collaborate with production teams and management to resolve work-related issues.
Maintain records related to attendance, hours worked, and production reporting.
Enforce safety standards and conduct or support safety meetings as required.
Address employee concerns or escalate issues appropriately when needed.