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Process Engineering Technician

Flex · Buffalo Grove, IL · Full time

Posted Oct 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you improved yield or efficiency on a line.

What they are checking: Whether they look for improvements on their own and can show what changed.

How would you explain a process setting to an operator who's new to the line?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach clearly, since guiding operators is a stated responsibility.

Tell me about a time you worked closely with an engineer to solve a problem.

What they are checking: Whether they can bridge the floor and engineering, bringing practical insight to technical work.

What would you do

What do you look for when you do a process audit, and what happens if you find someone not following the procedure?

What they are checking: Whether they audit fairly and fix gaps by coaching, not just writing people up.

An operator asks you for help and you're in the middle of an engineering task. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they keep production supported, since helping operators is a core part of this role.

A machine starts producing defects mid-shift. Walk me through your first ten minutes.

What they are checking: Whether they contain the problem first, then troubleshoot in a logical order.

About the work

Walk me through how you set up processing equipment at the start of a run.

What they are checking: Whether they follow a disciplined setup routine that gets good parts from the first piece.

How do you monitor a process during a run so you catch problems before they make scrap?

What they are checking: Whether they watch the right signals proactively instead of waiting for quality to flag issues.

What kind of data do you record, and how do you make sure it's accurate?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that engineers make decisions from the data technicians collect.

What equipment or controls are you most comfortable with, and what would you need to learn here?

What they are checking: Whether they are honest about their skills and ready to learn new equipment.

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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 Process Engineering Technician supports manufacturing and engineering operations by setting up, monitoring, and optimizing production processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and yield performance. This role is responsible for the setup and operation of processing equipment, providing guidance and support to production line operators, and conducting process audits to maintain compliance with established procedures. The technician performs test runs, collects and analyzes production data, and prepares records, charts, and graphs to assist engineering teams in identifying yield issues and evaluating new products or process improvements. Working closely with process development and engineering personnel, the Process Engineering Technician provides technical support, troubleshoots manufacturing challenges, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, product quality, and overall manufacturing performance Schedule: Days: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Nights: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM 3 days on 2 off ; 2 on and three off working every other weekend What a typical day looks like : • Performs set‑up of processing equipment. • Monitors, audits and provides guidance to line operators. • Processes test runs and prepares records, charts, and graphs of results for presentation to engineering to identify yield problems or test new products. • Provides technical assistance to process development and engineering personnel. The experience we're looking to add to our team: • At least 2 years of process changes, technical assistance with engineers manufacturing/shipping and receiving environment • Strong computer skills with the ability to use manufacturing and engineering software, data collection systems, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation applications to document, analyze, and report process performance data. • Proficient in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint), and comfortable learning new manufacturing systems and technologies. • Ability to accurately enter, track, and maintain production and test data while preparing charts, graphs, and reports for engineering review. • HS diploma required/ Associate’s Degree in related field, technical training or equivalent education and training 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. $26.61 USD - $36.59 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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