Flex Technician

Job Summary/Overview

The Flex Technician is a versatile, cross-trained team member who supports multiple operational areas within the manufacturing facility. This role “flexes” between Assembly, Shipping & Receiving, and Fabrication based on daily production needs. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable learning new processes to ensure smooth workflow across departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Flex between departments based on staffing needs, production schedules, or priority changes.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, 5S, and company policies as required.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to ensure smooth handoffs between departments.
• Participate in cross-training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform mechanical and/or electrical assembly of components and finished products according to work instructions and quality standards.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measurement devices safely and accurately.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment (training provided if needed).
• Auxiliary in basic fabrication tasks such as cutting, drilling, grinding, or machine operation.
• Use of proper processes, procedures, and OMS instructions, cycle counting procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance duties on machines & equipment as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• A team player with excellent communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and solid blueprint reading skills.
• Ability to deal with ambiguous/undefined problems.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust priorities to reflect changing needs or job demands.
• Attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• A Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 2 + years of experience in a Manufacturing Environment is preferred.
• Certification for sit-down forklift, Raymond and use of overhead crane or the willingness to obtain via training.
• Ability to safely lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs.

Compensation

$20+ per hour based on experience

Benefits

• Climate controlled facility
• Free coffee daily
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and paid sick time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, effective day 1
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance