Production Specialist - WIP dept

Flex; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship available

Job summary

Flex in Memphis seeks a Production Specialist to support Work-In-Process and Production Control across server repair operations. The role ensures inventory accuracy, tracks aging orders, and provides operational visibility through reports and analytics. Schedule: 12:00pm–9:00pm, Mon–Fri.

Responsibilities include monitoring WIP, material movement, aging and open orders, and conducting cycle counts and audits in BAAN ERP, Flex Flow, and MES systems. Strong Excel and BI tooling skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor WIP, track material movement, maintain dashboards, identify aging inventory, support daily operational reviews, and ensure production orders progress according to plan.
• Monitor open orders, aging orders, past due orders, engineering holds, quality holds, and material shortages. Follow up with operational teams to drive closure and execution.
• Support inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, transaction audits, material traceability, discrepancy investigations, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Execute and validate transactions within BAAN ERP, Flex Flow, MES systems, and inventory management tools. Ensure transactional accuracy and data integrity.
• Develop KPI dashboards and reports covering WIP, aging, inventory accuracy, backlog, throughput, shipment readiness, cycle time, and TAT performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Data accuracy

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Process discipline

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

BAAN ERP

Flex Flow

MES

Power BI

Excel

Pivot Tables

Job description

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.

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.

Summary:

The Production Specialist - WIP(Work-In-Process) will be based in Memphis, TN reporting to Operations Manager is responsible for supporting all Work-In-Process (WIP) and Production Control activities across server repair operations. Maintains inventory accuracy, monitors aging orders, tracks production status, ensures transaction integrity, and provides operational visibility through reporting and analytics.

Schedule - 12:00pm - 9:00pm; Mon - Fri

Principal Accountabilities

• Monitor WIP, track material movement, maintain dashboards, identify aging inventory, support daily operational reviews, and ensure production orders progress according to plan.
• Monitor open orders, aging orders, past due orders, engineering holds, quality holds, and material shortages. Follow up with operational teams to drive closure and execution.
• Support inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, transaction audits, material traceability, discrepancy investigations, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Execute and validate transactions within BAAN ERP, Flex Flow, MES systems, and inventory management tools. Ensure transactional accuracy and data integrity.
• Develop KPI dashboards and reports covering WIP, aging, inventory accuracy, backlog, throughput, shipment readiness, cycle time, and TAT performance.

Education And Experience

Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree preferred in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.

2+ years of experience in manufacturing, inventory control, production control, repair operations, logistics, or materials management. Server repair experience preferred.

Technical Skills And System Knowledge

Strong Excel skills required. Preferred knowledge of Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, Power Query, dashboard creation, and KPI reporting.

BAAN ERP preferred. Flex Flow preferred. Experience with MES systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Power BI is a plus.

Key Competencies, Performance Indicators And Preferred Candidate Profile

Attention to detail, analytical thinking, data accuracy, problem solving, communication, teamwork, time management, and process discipline.

WIP Accuracy, Inventory Accuracy, Aging Inventory, Aging Orders, Open Orders, Past Due Orders, Transaction Accuracy, Data Accuracy, Material Availability, Shipment Readiness, Cycle Time Support, and Report Timeliness.

Highly organized and data-driven professional with experience in WIP control, inventory management, production order tracking, BAAN, Flex Flow, and server repair operations. Acts as the primary support resource for the WIP Supervisor

Sponsorship available

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 do not discriminate on the basis of any other protected characteristic. 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).