Manufacturing Technician

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

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

At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always.

Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose -- to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Technician will be based in Buffalo Grove, IL reports to General Manager. This role supports manufacturing operations by performing a variety of technical and production-related activities. This role works closely with engineering teams to assist with equipment setup, process improvements, product testing, and manufacturing experiments. The Manufacturing Technician helps ensure products meet quality standards while supporting efficient and continuous production operations.

Schedule - 0200p-1030p Monday - Friday (5% Shift Diff)

Principle Accountabilities:  

• Support engineers with equipment setup, calibration, and process validation activities.
• Assist in conducting manufacturing experiments, trials, and process improvement initiatives.
• Perform rework, inspection, and quality testing of parts, components, subassemblies, and finished products.
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate operational data using specialized software and manufacturing systems.
• Make on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment based on data analysis and established procedures.
• Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality and operational standards.
• Assist in identifying manufacturing issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Support the development and improvement of manufacturing methods, procedures, and work instructions.
• Maintain accurate production, testing, and process documentation.
• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while performing assigned duties.
• Works with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks. 
• Works with engineers in conducting experiments. 
• Performs rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.  
• Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. 
• Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, procedures, and technical documents.
• Familiarity with quality inspection and testing methodologies.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and data collection software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

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

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.

$17.78 USD - $24.00 USD Hourly

Job Category

Production Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We 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 [email protected] 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).