Machine Operator

Flex•Austin, TX

12d•Onsite

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. To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Machine Operator located in Austin, Texas. Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Machine Operator role involves operating manufacturing equipment and supporting production activities in a lithium battery environment. This position plays a critical role in keeping production lines moving while ensuring quality, safety, and operational standards are met. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with Engineering and other departments to resolve issues and maintain efficient production flow. The role requires safe handling of lithium battery materials, adherence to established procedures, and a commitment to preventing thermal events through careful execution of daily tasks.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and commitment to following documented procedures.
Ability to perform manual labor in a manufacturing environment and stand for extended periods.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Ability to identify potential safety concerns and follow procedures to prevent thermal events.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating manufacturing equipment or working in a production environment preferred.
Experience working with lithium batteries or other sensitive materials preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate manufacturing equipment and perform production activities according to work instructions and established procedures.
Monitor equipment performance and production output to ensure quality and efficiency standards are achieved.
Keep production lines moving by maintaining material flow and communicating shortages or issues to appropriate teams.
Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to troubleshoot process and equipment-related concerns.
Follow all safety procedures for handling lithium battery materials and help prevent thermal events through strict attention to detail and adherence to procedures.