Associate Operations Supervisor

Flex•Austin, TX

26d

About The Position

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 To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add an Associate Production Supervisor located in Pflugerville Austin, TX Reporting to the manager the potential candidate would be in charge of directing the manufacturing operations performed in a shift or group of production lines, ensuring they reach volume, quality and cost goals. Shift time : 7:00 am CST - 3:00 pm CST What a typical day looks like: Directly and indirectly manage a team of 20+ employees, including temporary staff during peak demand periods. Plan actions with the client, follow up on projects, review capacity, and participate in workshops. Maintain clear and professional communication with the client, exercising good judgment on what to share and what not to share. Identify labor needs, conduct interviews, support recruitment, implement training, and provide coaching for performance improvement. Measure individual and team performance using KPIs to support team leveling and development. Lead staff meetings, client interactions, and internal communications effectively. Ensure compliance with company policies and protection of assets. Apply Lean Manufacturing principles wherever possible. Manage inventory and material flow, ensuring availability for SIF operations. Review and establish material, equipment, and manpower requirements. Support preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment. Ensure safety compliance and maintain a clean, organized work environment. The experience we're looking to add to our team: Education / Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Minimum of 3-5 years in operations, preferably with supervisory experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3-5 years in operations, preferably with supervisory experience.
Advanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUP, filters, and data analysis).
Experience in inventory management and material control.
Ability to interpret reports, analyze data, and make decisions based on metrics.
Basic understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
Strong problem-solving skills in situations with limited standardization.
High level of leadership and people management skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Professional judgment and discretion in client interactions.

Responsibilities

Directly and indirectly manage a team of 20+ employees, including temporary staff during peak demand periods.
Plan actions with the client, follow up on projects, review capacity, and participate in workshops.
Maintain clear and professional communication with the client, exercising good judgment on what to share and what not to share.
Identify labor needs, conduct interviews, support recruitment, implement training, and provide coaching for performance improvement.
Measure individual and team performance using KPIs to support team leveling and development.
Lead staff meetings, client interactions, and internal communications effectively.
Ensure compliance with company policies and protection of assets.
Apply Lean Manufacturing principles wherever possible.
Manage inventory and material flow, ensuring availability for SIF operations.
Review and establish material, equipment, and manpower requirements.
Support preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment.
Ensure safety compliance and maintain a clean, organized work environment.