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Job Summary

Shift: Monday-Friday (8:00am-5:00pm)

📍 Austin, TX

We're looking for a Manufacturing Business Excellence Technician to support Lean Manufacturing initiatives across our production environment. In this role, you'll help identify process improvements, implement Kaizen projects, improve workplace organization through 5S, and support productivity and efficiency improvements on the manufacturing floor.

Candidates with experience as a Manufacturing Technician, Manufacturing Process Technician, Production Technician, Continuous Improvement Technician, Lean Manufacturing Technician, or Industrial Engineering Technician are encouraged to apply.

General Purpose / What You'll Do

Responsible for continuously driving a culture of excellence in the organization, coaching and enabling waste removal activities using Lean and Six Sigma approaches and tools, and guiding actions to a sustainable conclusion.

• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Build and improve workstations, racks, carts, benches, and production support equipment
• Conduct workplace organization and 5S activities
• Implement process improvement projects that reduce waste and improve efficiency
• Track and maintain Continuous Improvement metrics and visual management boards
• Partner with operations teams to identify and implement best practices

What We're Looking For

• Experience working in manufacturing, production, industrial engineering, continuous improvement, or manufacturing support environments
• Experience as a Manufacturing Technician, Manufacturing Process Technician, Production Technician, Continuous Improvement Technician, Lean Manufacturing Technician, or similar role is highly preferred
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S principles
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred

• Lean Six Sigma training or certification
• Electronics manufacturing experience
• Experience supporting continuous improvement projects

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Category

Operational Excellence

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Required Skills: Microsoft Office

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).