President

Ihle Fabrications is a growing Central Iowa manufacturer of premium combine and ag equipment wear parts, proudly made in Polk City, Iowa. Our parts are fabricated from Hardox® wear steel and engineered to outlast OEM components at a lower cost, backed by an industry-leading 24-month warranty. We serve growers and dealers across North America with parts fitting John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, Cat/Claas/Lexion, Drago, Gleaner, AGCO, and more — sold through our e-commerce platform, a national dealer network, and our on-site installation center. A certified CNH Reman partner, we have recently completed a major facility expansion.

About the role

Reporting to ownership, the President will hold full P&L responsibility and day-to-day leadership of the company, including manufacturing operations, sales and marketing, finance, product development, and customer service. This is a hands-on executive role in an entrepreneurial, family-owned business — the right candidate will be equally comfortable setting strategy in the boardroom, walking the shop floor, and working with customers to drive growth.

Responsibilities

• Own the company's overall performance: revenue growth, profitability, cash flow, and operational execution.
• Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing team across fabrication, sales, and administration.
• Drive growth in all channels: direct-to-grower e-commerce, dealer/distributor sales, and OEM/reman partnerships (including our CNH Reman program).
• Oversee manufacturing operations — laser cutting, forming, welding, and assembly — with a focus on quality, safety, throughput, and on-time delivery during peak seasonal demand.
• Manage the product roadmap: identify new wear-part opportunities, prioritize development, and bring new SKUs to market ahead of harvest cycles.
• Leverage NetSuite ERP as the operational backbone of the business — inventory, order management, purchasing, financials, and reporting.
• Build annual budgets, forecasts, and KPIs; report results to ownership on a regular cadence.
• Strengthen supplier relationships (including Hardox®/SSAB steel supply) and negotiate favorable terms.
• Represent the company with key accounts, at industry trade shows, and within the ag equipment community.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, with at least 3–5 years in a general management or senior operations role with P&L ownership.
• Metal fabrication, agricultural equipment, or aftermarket parts industry experience strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite (or comparable ERP with a fast NetSuite ramp) — comfortable using the system daily to run the business.
• Demonstrated success growing revenue through dealer/distribution channels and/or e-commerce.
• Strong financial acumen: budgeting, costing, margin management, and working-capital discipline in a seasonal business.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of the agriculture industry and the harvest equipment lifecycle is a significant plus.
• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Willing to be on-site in Polk City, Iowa, with occasional travel to dealers, trade shows, and key accounts.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Annual performance bonus tied to company results.
• Long-term incentive opportunity for the right leader.
• Health benefits, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Full-time, on-site role in Polk City, Iowa.