Manufacturing Business Excellence Technician
Flex · Texas
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Lean / CI
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 24 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist continuous improvement role at Flex (industrial) in Texas. , you'll help identify process improvements, implement Kaizen projects, improve workplace organization through 5S, and support productivity and efficiency improvements on the manufacturing floor.
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S
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About the role
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
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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.
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