Test Supervisor

Flex•Des Moines, IA

12d

About The Position

Flex is seeking a Testing Supervisor to provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Testing department within Operations. Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, this role leads Testing Technicians, promotes safe work practices, maintains product compliance, supports manufacturing flow, and helps meet customer delivery requirements. The supervisor oversees staffing, employee performance, training, attendance management, equipment readiness, and continuous improvement while maintaining a strong presence on the manufacturing floor. The role works closely with Production, Enclosures, Quality Engineering, Engineering, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, and Quality Compliance teams to support operational excellence and quality performance. Responsibilities include planning manpower, developing employees, managing testing equipment and communications, supporting functional testing, and driving quality and efficiency initiatives. This position requires frequent activity on the manufacturing floor, including standing and walking for approximately 75% of the workday, and exposure to loud manufacturing environments and production-related hazards. Domestic relocation is eligible. Sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing supervisory experience leading hourly employees.
Working knowledge of manufacturing flow, Lean Manufacturing principles, and 5S methodologies.
Experience leading root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated experience managing attendance, employee development, performance reviews, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of electrical theory and troubleshooting to support test plan development and issue resolution.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to stand and walk on the manufacturing floor for approximately 75% of the workday.
Ability to frequently stand, crouch, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, and handle items.
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds independently and 50–100 pounds with assistance when required.
Ability to climb ladders and work safely in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to perform continuous speaking, hearing, and visual effort, including close and distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to perform prolonged periods of walking and standing while supporting daily operations.
Commitment to maintaining workplace safety standards and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related field preferred.
Experience leading testing, manufacturing, or operations teams preferred.
Leadership training completed within the first 12 months of employment preferred.

Responsibilities

Create and manage weekly and daily manpower plans to achieve labor efficiency and RTS goals for panels, enclosures, and battery maintenance.
Lead, coach, and develop Testing Technicians through training, cross-training, performance management, and employee development.
Promote a quality-focused culture and collaborate with the Quality Compliance Leader on daily and weekly reporting.
Manage testing communications related to RTS risks, alerts, Fixems, testing forecasts, and daily production planning.
Manage testing equipment, including preventive maintenance, repairs, calibration coordination, and procurement of new equipment.
Ensure compliance with safety procedures and lead containment actions, root cause investigations, and corrective action activities.
Drive Lean Manufacturing, 5S, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality and operational efficiency.
Support functional testing activities for panels, enclosures, communication cables, diagnostics, repairs, special projects, and customer fulfillment requirements.
Manage staffing, attendance, employee performance, training, and equipment readiness.
Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor and collaborate with cross-functional teams.