Production Specialist - Operations
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.
About the role
The Production Specialist - Operations will be based in Memphis, TN, reporting to the Operations Manager. This role is responsible for supporting daily production operations by assisting Supervisors in managing assembly activities, monitoring operational performance, maintaining workforce readiness, driving KPI achievement, reducing scrap, and supporting training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Support Supervisors in daily production execution and operational activities.
- Know and support all assembly workstations and production processes.
- Monitor production KPIs including productivity, efficiency, output, quality, and schedule attainment.
- Track scrap performance and support corrective actions to reduce waste.
- Support line balancing and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Assist with workforce performance monitoring and skill progression.
- Coordinate and support operator training and certification activities.
- Serve as a support resource for operators regarding processes and work instructions.
- Maintain KPI dashboards, production reports, and operational summaries.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required.
- 2+ years of manufacturing or production experience preferred.
- Electronics manufacturing or server assembly experience is highly desirable.
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to analyze production data and performance trends.
- Knowledge of manufacturing KPIs, scrap control, and productivity metrics.
- Knowledge of electronics assembly processes preferred.
- Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement knowledge preferred.
Scope / Impact
Supports production performance, productivity, quality, scrap reduction, and workforce development across assigned manufacturing areas.
Supervision / Leadership
No direct reports. Acts as operational support to Production Supervisors and assists with training, coaching, and onboarding activities when required.
Schedule
6:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday