Associate Production Supervisor 1st Shift

Job Posting Start Date 03-03-2026 Job Posting End Date 04-28-2026<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2></h2><h2>Job Summary</h2><p></p><p><span>To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an </span><b><span>Associate Production Supervisor</span></b> <span>located in </span><b><span>Columbia, SC.</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>Reporting to the </span><b><span>Production Manager</span></b><span>, t</span><span>he </span><b><span>Associate Production Supervisor</span></b> <span>role involves being responsible for directing the manufacturing operations performed in a shift or group of production lines, ensuring they reach volume, quality, and cost goals are met.</span></p><p></p><p><b><u><span>Shift 1st - 7:00 am - 330p</span></u></b></p><p></p><p><b><span>Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:</span></b></p><ul><li>Leads the production of several processes/lines in a highly technical environment and responsible for the lines success.</li><li>Evaluates daily/regularly plant operating performance and advises on changes in operating conditions that will improve efficiencies and quality.</li><li>Lead a team of individual professionals (e.g. engineers/officers) to meet quality, cost, delivery and responsiveness requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot and analyze operational problems and advise on their resolution. Guide regular discussions with operators to coach performance and improve operational understanding and capability.</li><li>Solicits and evaluates ideas for plant improvements and collaborates with qualified engineers to develop project proposals.</li><li>Provides technical and operational advice to project teams.</li><li>May act as principal interface between the operation team and the maintenance function.</li><li>Engage in training and coaching of junior operators.</li><li>Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply to meet customer requirements.</li><li>Initiate and participate in process development and cost improvement projects.</li><li>Assist in department budget planning and management of department expenses.</li><li>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.</li><li>Ensures compliance to manufacturing standards</li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Here is some of what you’ll need join our team:</span></b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelors Degree or equivalent</p></li><li><p>Experience in a manufacturing environment</p></li><li><p>3 years of experience in similar role</p></li><li><p>3 Supervisory / Lead experience</p></li><li><p>Experience in electrical components</p></li><li><p>Experience with Microsoft Excel</p></li><li><p>Experience with ERP Systems (Kronos preferred)</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>SD20</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>What you&#39;ll receive for the great work you provide:</b></p><ul><li>Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Short-term and Long-term Disability</li><li>Matching 401(k) Contributions</li><li>Vacation and Paid Sick Time</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul><h2></h2><h2>Job Category</h2>Operations<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Relocation: Not eligible<h2></h2><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Is Sponsorship Available?</p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>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 accessibility@flex.com 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).