Production Lead

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

Responsible for tracking product information in order to keep businesses and supply chains on schedule for production lines. Ensure proper scheduling and record keeping for materials moved within operations. Participates in work related to receiving, issuing, and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies within operation areas. Works with independence in carrying out duties with limited supervision.


What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Lead daily production activities by communicating shift priorities, addressing production and customer service issues, and ensuring smooth handoffs between shifts.
• Monitor manufacturing performance, identify bottlenecks, downtime, quality concerns, and material shortages, and coordinate with Purchasing, Maintenance, and Test Support teams to resolve issues quickly.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by participating in process development, cost reduction efforts, and operational efficiency projects.
• Support workforce planning by coordinating staffing needs, tracking NPI/pre-production/rework activities, and helping manage departmental budgets and expenses.
• Champion quality and operational excellence by monitoring key performance indicators, responding to scrap events, updating communication boards, and taking immediate action when performance falls below established targets.

The Experience We're Looking to Add to Our Team

• Associate degree, vocational/technical certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience, with 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production flow, quality standards, and continuous improvement methodologies, with the ability to serve as a subject matter expert for team members.
• Proven ability to analyze operational data, interpret technical instructions, identify root causes, and solve problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication and leadership skills with the ability to provide coaching, performance feedback, and guidance to employees while collaborating across multiple departments.
• Proficiency in basic mathematical calculations, data interpretation, reporting, and manufacturing metrics, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in day-to-day operations.

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.
Job Posting Start Date 08-21-2026 Job Posting End Date 09-25-2026
Job Category
Operations

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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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).