About Us
Electric Power Door is one of the oldest continuously operating door manufacturers in the USA. Family-owned since 1923, we produce high-quality, durable and reliable doors for a wide array of industrial applications.
Our doors are custom-built to perform dependably for the lifetime of the building in some of the most extreme environments around the world—from the Arizona desert to Antarctica—all while being backed by high-quality customer service and technical support.
With Electric Power Door, you get our commitment to building the highest quality, most reliable doors in the industry. Our top-notch service and customer support starts with helping our customers find the right door type for their application, and continues through the design, specification, planning, and building process.
But we don’t stop there.
It’s just as important to us that our doors continue to perform for years to come—it’s why we stand behind our products, and support every one we’ve made since 1923 with replacement parts, technical support, and service. We make sure we understand our customer’s requirements, and our doors represent the reliability and work ethic that each of our customers embodies, and the performance of our doors gives them the ability to get their jobs done.
That’s why we put quality and reliability first.
Electric Power Door is in the heart of Minnesota’s Iron Range, a place that knows the values and benefit of hard work, where our forefathers, neighbors and colleagues help feed our nation’s industry. Everyone at Electric Power Door takes pride in the work we do—it’s part of our heritage, in the soil around us, and it shows in the products we build.
For over a century at Electric Power Door, we’ve been pushing the limits of what’s possible with industrial doors, using tried-and-true methods while constantly innovating and improving our designs, practices, and materials, while developing many of the innovations in the door industry along the way.
Regardless of the application, we steadfastly pursue quality, ensuring that our doors are crafted using the best practices, and the highest quality USA-made steel and components.
The result is a superior door.
Please Contact Us to discuss the right options for your door application.
LEADERSHIP
Garrett Rhude
President
Garrett Rhude is the President of Electric Power Door. Garrett attended the University of Minnesota Duluth where he received his Bachelors of Business Administration with an emphasis on Organizational Management. Garrett was born and raised in Hibbing, MN. In his spare time, he enjoys camping, motorcycling and spending time in the great outdoors.
Charles Takes
Vice President - Engineering
Charles joined Electric Power Door in 2012 and leads the Engineering Department. With dual engineering degrees in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from West Virginia University, Charles brings a strong technical foundation and hands-on experience to every project. He enjoys the variety and unique challenges of the work, especially seeing a concept turn into a finished, working product. Outside the office, Charles loves spending time outdoors, fishing, and watching sports with his wife and three kids — and fun fact: at one point, he was the youngest person in the world.
Bobby Bird
Director of Operations & Quality Assurance
Since joining Electric Power Door in the summer of 2003, Bobby has played a vital role in overseeing daily operations within the fabrication shop. He leads production activities, manages schedules, inspects materials and completed work, and ensures projects meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Bobby also supervises shop personnel, providing guidance, training, and support to maintain a productive, reliable team. With an AAS degree in Robotics and Automated Systems Technology, Bobby helped modernize the company’s control logic systems through his work with the Engineering Department. He values the leadership opportunities, the people he works with, and the supportive work environment. Outside of work, you’ll often find Bobby exploring trails in his side-by-side.
Corey Mills
Sales & Marketing
Corey joined Electric Power Door in 2021 and plays a key role in sales and marketing efforts. His responsibilities include managing the website, social media, SEO, customer estimates, and attending industry expos and conferences. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications from St. Cloud State University and enjoys representing a company that builds high-quality products in the USA. Outside of work, Corey enjoys golfing, snowboarding, mountain biking, curling, hunting, and fishing.
Eric Edmonds
Controller
Eric has been part of the Electric Power Door team since 2016, managing the company’s accounting operations. His responsibilities include overseeing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, tracking job costs, and preparing financial statements and work-in-process reports. Eric holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Minnesota Duluth. He appreciates the close-knit, family feel of the company and the great people he works with every day. Outside the office, Eric enjoys golfing, fishing, spending time outdoors, and making memories with his family.
Jennifer Shaw
Estimating Manager
Jennifer has been with Electric Power Door since 2006, leading the estimating team and helping customers find the right door solutions for their specific applications. She provides pricing, technical guidance, and oversees the entire estimating process. With 20 years of hands-on, on-the-job experience, Jennifer’s knowledge and expertise have grown alongside her career. She enjoys the variety her work offers, with every project presenting something new. Outside of work, Jennifer loves spending time outdoors — whether it’s camping, fishing, gardening, or hiking.
Mitch Cannata
Sales Engineer
Mitch joined Electric Power Door in 2019 and has grown within the company, recently transitioning into the role of Sales Engineer. In this position, he combines his technical background with customer-focused responsibilities, working directly with clients to understand their needs and recommend the best solutions for their projects. Mitch holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and began his career at EPD as a Mechanical Engineer, gaining hands-on experience in mechanical design, hydraulic systems, and electrical controls. He enjoys the small-company atmosphere and the variety of unique, challenging projects. Outside of work, Mitch loves spending weekends with his family, fishing, and relaxing at the cabin.
Jeremy Tillotson
Shop Foreman
Jeremy has been with Electric Power Door since 2010 and currently serves as Shop Foreman. He oversees the production of custom doors, ensuring every product is built correctly, efficiently, and to the company’s high standards. With a background in construction, Jeremy brought valuable blueprint reading skills, tool knowledge, and assembly experience to his role. He worked his way through various positions on the shop floor before being promoted to Foreman. Jeremy appreciates the small business atmosphere at EPD and the teamwork it fosters. Outside of work, he enjoys making memories with his wife and two kids, and playing disc golf whenever he gets the chance.
Don Hanson
Purchasing Manager
Don joined Electric Power Door in 2017, starting in the Parts Room before moving into his current role as Purchasing Manager. He is responsible for procuring all the materials and supplies needed to manufacture the company’s doors. With 15 years of sales experience and 25 years in warehouse and inventory management, Don brings a wealth of knowledge and organizational expertise to the job. He enjoys the variety and challenges each day presents. Outside of work, Don likes tackling DIY projects, golfing, and spending time with his family—especially his two granddaughters.
Katie Neuman
Parts Sales
Katie joined Electric Power Door in April 2024 and plays a key role in the Parts Department. She works in the tool room picking and organizing parts for various jobs, maintaining inventory, and handling daily shipping and receiving. With prior experience in warehouse operations and inventory management, Katie brings practical skills and attention to detail to her role. She enjoys the variety that each day brings and appreciates working with a great team. Outside of work, Katie loves spending time outdoors with her husband and their three dogs—especially camping and horseback riding, her biggest passion.