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Manufacturing Technician

Flex · Illinois

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required (or equivalent experience)
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at Flex (industrial) in Illinois. Collect, analyze, and evaluate operational data using specialized software and manufacturing systems.

They ask for
2+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
Tools it names
Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$95k.

Median of the low and high ends of 54 live postings that list pay, out of 961 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Illinois plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 25 other live manufacturing postings in Illinois.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 58%
  • CNC 42%
  • Tooling 38%
  • Machining 38%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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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)

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
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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.

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

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

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