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Manufacturing Technician

Flex · Buffalo Grove, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a process improvement you suggested or helped make.

What they are checking: Whether they contribute ideas from their hands-on work to make the process better.

Tell me about a time you worked closely with engineers.

What they are checking: Whether they communicate well with engineering and act as their eyes on the floor.

How do you keep your work area safe and organized?

What they are checking: Whether they keep habits that prevent injuries and mix-ups in a busy plant.

What would you do

A product is failing a test. How do you help figure out why?

What they are checking: Whether they troubleshoot step by step and share what they observe with engineering.

You notice a quality issue while helping on the line. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and escalate rather than letting questionable product move on.

How do you balance supporting production and helping with engineering projects?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize between urgent floor issues and longer-term project work.

About the work

Tell me about your experience setting up manufacturing equipment for a new process.

What they are checking: Whether they can help engineering set up equipment accurately for trials and production.

How would you run a manufacturing experiment and record the results?

What they are checking: Whether they follow a test plan carefully and record clean data engineers can trust.

What does it mean to follow a work instruction exactly in a regulated plant?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that deviations in medical manufacturing must be documented and approved.

What measuring and test equipment have you used?

What they are checking: Whether they can use calipers, gauges and test equipment accurately.

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The full job description

As published by Flex.

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 At Flex, we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always. Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose -- to make great products that create value and improve people’s lives. Job Summary The Manufacturing Technician will be based in Buffalo Grove, IL reports to General Manager. This role supports manufacturing operations by performing a variety of technical and production-related activities. This role works closely with engineering teams to assist with equipment setup, process improvements, product testing, and manufacturing experiments. The Manufacturing Technician helps ensure products meet quality standards while supporting efficient and continuous production operations. Schedule - 0200p-1030p Monday - Friday (5% Shift Diff) Principle Accountabilities: • Support engineers with equipment setup, calibration, and process validation activities. • Assist in conducting manufacturing experiments, trials, and process improvement initiatives. • Perform rework, inspection, and quality testing of parts, components, subassemblies, and finished products. • Collect, analyze, and evaluate operational data using specialized software and manufacturing systems. • Make on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment based on data analysis and established procedures. • Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with quality and operational standards. • Assist in identifying manufacturing issues and implementing corrective actions. • Support the development and improvement of manufacturing methods, procedures, and work instructions. • Maintain accurate production, testing, and process documentation. • Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while performing assigned duties. • Works with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks. • Works with engineers in conducting experiments. • Performs rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies. • Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. • Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred. • 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment preferred. • Ability to read and interpret work instructions, procedures, and technical documents. • Familiarity with quality inspection and testing methodologies. • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • Proficiency with computer systems and data collection software. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment 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. 

 The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity. $17.78 USD - $24.00 USD Hourly Job Category Production Engineering Is Sponsorship Available? No 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 accessibility@flex.com 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).

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