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Industrial Engineer

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In-Office
Milpitas, CA, USA
114K-157K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Milpitas, CA, USA
114K-157K Annually
Senior level
Improves productivity, manufacturing workflows, labor utilization, facility layouts, throughput, and operational performance. Provides process time estimates, simulates production processes, supports new product introduction, evaluates prototypes and trial runs, establishes labor standards, and recommends efficiency and waste-reduction improvements. Leads Lean, automation, and Six Sigma initiatives while collaborating with engineering, management, sales, and production teams.
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Job Summary

General Purpose:

Responsible for increasing productivity through the management of workers, methods of business organization, and technology to solve organizational, production, and related problems efficiently


What a typical day looks like:

  • Provides process time estimation to the quote team.
  • Simulates process, materials and manufacturing workflow and gives input to process engineer by using REFA, MOST, WITNESS and or adequate tools.
  • During NPI coordinates process planning and set up with respect to takt, cycle time and direct labor requirement.
  • Reviews result during protyping and trial runs and gives feedback to NPI and sales team.
  • workmeasurement programs and examines work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
  • Examines staff utilization, facility layout, and operational data, such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to define efficient utilization of workers and equipment. 
  • Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities, such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow, relocation work stations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
  • Confers with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.
  • Designs or improve systems for the physical distribution of goods and services, as well as defining the most efficient plant locations
  • Manages and supports initiatives to increase throughput, reduce cost and improve performance in constrained areas like Lean, Automation and/or Six Sigma projects. 

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:  

  • Typically requires 6 years of experience in engineering in the high technology electronics industry or related area.
  • Associates or Bachelors degree in industrial engineering preferred
  • 2+ years of autocad experience
  • Demonstrates advanced operations, technical and people and/or process skills as well as customer (external and internal) relationship skills.
  • Demonstrates expert knowledge of the function and a thorough understanding of Flex and related business.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of multiple functional technologies/processes, industries or functions and understanding of interdependencies of such processes at the site.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively communicate with managers and employees of the organizations.
  • Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations and permutations.
  • Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory and factor analysis.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
  • Impacts the near-term (quarterly/semi-annual) operational success of the function. Creates functional processes or technologies.
  • Executes functional strategic plans and objectives at the site.
  • Demonstrates experience in leading major initiatives and provides input to those initiatives.
  • Exercises independent judgment using ambiguously defined procedures and policies; may propose/provide input to defining methods, standards, policies and procedures.
  • Makes decisions for sections/sub-functions. Decisions may affect multiple sections/sub-functions.
  • Demonstrates skills in teaching/leading and/or mentoring; may lead a team. Models appropriate behavior in support of Flex values. 

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts


Physical Demands:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, handle small components and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception.


Region/Country Specific Details: (Details relevant to posting location – ex. FLSA Status Exempt/Non-Exempt in US)


Safety Disclosure:

This job requires strict adherence to all safety protocols and requirements specified in the work instructions, trainings, and any posted signs in the area. This job requires to comply with all site safety regulations and relevant regulatory standards.

 

 

 

 

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.

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.

$114,300.00 USD - $157,100.00 USD Annual

Job CategoryProduction Engineering

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).

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