Operations Production Assistant

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Buffalo Grove, IL, USA
In-Office
22-30 Hourly
Entry level
Hardware • Other • Appliances
The Role
Serve as a communication bridge across shifts in a 24/7 medical manufacturing facility. Drive employee engagement, organize meetings, create internal communications, promote site vision and goals, support change management, assist training and safety initiatives, track engagement metrics, and support continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.
Summary Generated by Built In
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

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic Operations Production Assistant to serve as a vital communication bridge within our 24/7 medical manufacturing facility. This role is essential in fostering workforce engagement, promoting organizational alignment, and ensuring clear communication of our site vision and strategic goals across all shifts and departments.

Hours: 8am-430pm M-F

Key Responsibilities

Communication & Engagement

  • Facilitate effective communication between production teams, management, and support departments across all shifts
  • Develop and implement engagement initiatives to boost morale and productivity
  • Organize and coordinate team meetings, huddles, and information sessions
  • Create and distribute internal communications including newsletters, updates, and announcements
  • Gather feedback from frontline employees and communicate insights to management

Vision & Goal Promotion

  • Champion company vision, mission, and strategic objectives throughout the organization
  • Develop creative campaigns to communicate site goals and performance metrics
  • Collaborate with our Culture Ambassadors and Teams
  • Support change management initiatives and new program rollouts
  • Assist in creating visual displays and communication boards for production areas
  • Help translate complex business objectives into clear, actionable messages for all team members

Operational Support

  • Monitor and report on communication effectiveness and employee engagement metrics
  • Assist with coordination of training programs for the operations staff and safety initiatives
  • Support continuous improvement projects and lean manufacturing efforts
  • Help facilitate cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving sessions
  • Maintain documentation of communication processes and engagement activities

Key Skills & Attributes

  • Communication Excellence: Ability to tailor messages for different audiences and shift populations
  • Emotional Intelligence: Strong ability to read team dynamics and adapt engagement strategies
  • Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Experience working with diverse, multi-generational workforce
  • Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying and addressing communication gaps
  • Technology Savvy: Comfortable with digital communication tools and platforms

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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

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.

Job Posting Start Date 07-13-2026 Job Posting End Date 08-31-2026

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.

$21.55 USD - $29.63 USD Hourly

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 [email protected] 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).

Skills Required

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to tailor messages for varied audiences
  • Strong emotional intelligence and ability to read team dynamics
  • Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment
  • Cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse, multi-generational workforce
  • Proactive problem-solving to identify and address communication gaps
  • Comfortable using digital communication tools and platforms
  • Support for continuous improvement and lean manufacturing efforts
  • Ability to organize and coordinate meetings, huddles, training sessions, and create visual displays

Flex Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Flex and has not been reviewed or approved by Flex.

  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage begin on day one with options for dependents, alongside disability, life, mental‑health resources, and fertility/adoption and gender transition support. Plan choice and wellness programs indicate a robust healthcare offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, paid sick time, company‑wide shutdown days, and in some cases unlimited PTO point to extensive time‑off provisions. Flexible and hybrid work arrangements in certain teams further support work‑life balance.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Quarterly bonus checks and performance bonuses supplement base pay, and some roles can earn overtime at 1.5x. These elements strengthen the reliability of cash incentives.

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Year Founded: 1969

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