Associate Production Supervisor

flex; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an Associate Production Supervisor to join their dynamic team in Buffalo Grove, IL. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a team in a highly technical environment, ensuring operational excellence and quality in medical device manufacturing. You will work closely with engineers to propose plant improvements and provide vital technical advice to project teams. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values your growth and contributions while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in medical device manufacturing.
• Experience in supervisory roles and leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead production processes and evaluate plant operating performance.
• Troubleshoot operational problems and guide discussions with operators.
• Engage in training and coaching of junior operators.

Skills

Medical Device Manufacturing

Leadership

Excel

PowerPoint

Team Building

Education

2-Year College Degree

Job description

Job Posting Start Date 05-07-2025 Job Posting End Date 06-07-2025

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

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Associate Production Supervisor (Night Shift) located in Buffalo Grove, IL

Reporting to the Operations Manager the Associate Production Supervisor role involves reviewing daily/regularly plant operating performance and advises on changes in operating conditions that will improve efficiencies/quality. Evaluate ideas for plant improvements and works with qualified engineers to develop project proposals. Provides technical/operational advice to project teams. May act as principal interface between the operation team and the maintenance function.

Shift D : 6:00p-6:00a

Rotating Shift: Sun, Mon, Thurs, Fri/Tues, Wed, Sat

Differential: 10%

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:

• Leads the production of several processes/lines in a highly technical environment and responsible for the lines success.
• Evaluates daily/regularly plant operating performance and advises on changes in operating conditions that will improve efficiencies and quality.
• Lead a team of individual professionals (e.g. engineers/officers) to meet quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness requirements.
• Troubleshoot and analyze operational problems and advise on their resolution.
• Guide regular discussions with operators to coach performance and improve operational understanding and capability.
• Solicits and evaluates ideas for plant improvements and collaborates with qualified engineers to develop project proposals
• Provides technical and operational advice to project teams.
• May act as principal interface between the operation team and the maintenance function.
• Engage in training and coaching of junior operators.
• Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply to meet customer requirements.
• Initiate and participate in process development and cost improvement projects.
• Assist in department budget planning and management of department expenses.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing individuals on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources, maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance to manufacturing standards.

Here is some of what you’ll need:

• 2 years of experience in Medical Device manufacturing
• 2 year college degree preferred
• Experience with Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience in leading high performing teams
• Experience in supervisory roles
• Proven track record of building high performing teams
• Experience with reviewing material, equipment, and manpower resource requirements.

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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

Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois) $57,200.00 USD - $78,600.00 USDAnnual Job CategoryOperations Relocation: Not eligible

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 [e-mail] 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).