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Associate Production Supervisor


PayCompetitive
LocationBuffalo Grove/Illinois
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: WD179242
      Job Posting Start Date 02-06-2024 Job Posting End Date

      Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

      We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.

      A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

      Job Summary

      To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a/an Associate Operations Supervisor located in Buffalo Grove, IL.

      Reporting to the Operations Manager the Associate Operations Supervisor will be is responsible for directing the manufacturing operations performed in a shift or group of production lines, ensuring they reach volume, quality and cost goals.

      Day shift: 6:00 am to 6:00 pm - Rotating shift: Tues, Wed, Sa / Sun, Mon, Thurs, Fri

      What a typical day looks like:

      • Responsible for the production of several processes/lines in a highly technical environment.

      • Lead a team comprising individual professional (e.g. engineers/officers) to meet quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness requirements.

      • Reviews daily/regularly plant operating performance and advises on changes in operating conditions that will improve efficiencies/quality.

      • Troubleshoots/analyses operational problems and advises on their resolution. Holds regular discussions with operators to coach performance and improve operational understanding/capability.

      • Receives and evaluates ideas for plant improvements and works with qualified engineers to develop project proposals.

      • Provides technical/operational advice to project teams.

      • May act as principal interface between the operation team and the maintenance function.

      • May train and coach junior operators.

      • Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply in order to meet customer requirements.

      • Initiates and participates in process development and cost improvement projects.

      • Assist in department budget planning and manage department expenses.

      • Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.

      • Ensures compliance of standard

      The experience we’re looking to add to our team,

      • Minimum 2 years of experience in assembly lines

      • Demonstrated experience in leading high performing teams

      • Recent experience in supervisory roles

      • Proven track record of building high performing teams

      • Experience with reviewing material, equipment, and manpower resource requirements.

      • Leadership & Interpersonal skills

      • Good communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

      • Multitasking

      Here are a few of our preferred experiences:

      • Technically sound in general troubleshooting principles (use of o-scope, probe, multi-meter to pinpoint component failure)

      • Functional and ICT tests equipment is a plus

      • Problem solving

      • The 5S System (Lean Manufacturing Methodology)

      What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

      • Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision

      • Life Insurance

      • Matching 401K

      • PTO

      • Tuition Reimbursement

      • Employee discounts at local retailers

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      Job Category

      Operations

      Relocation: Not eligible

      Is Sponsorship Available?

      No

      Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
  • About the company

      Flex Ltd. is an American Singaporean-domiciled multinational electronics contract manufacturer.