Operations Manager

Job Posting Start Date 01-11-2026 Job Posting End Date<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>To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an <b>Operations Manager </b>located in <b>Coopersville MI.</b></p><p>Reporting to the <b>General Manager, </b>the <b>Operations Manager</b> will be responsible for directing the manufacturing operations in a shift or group of production lines, ensuring volume, quality and cost goals are met.</p><p><b>Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:</b></p><ul><li>Manages the production of several processes/lines in a highly technical environment and in charge of the line’s success.</li><li>Evaluates daily/regularly plant operating performance and advises on changes in operating conditions that will improve efficiencies and quality.</li><li>Guide a team of professionals (e.g. engineers/officers) to meet quality, cost, delivery and acknowledge requirements.</li><li>Troubleshoot and explore operational problems and advise on their resolution.</li><li>Guide regular discussions with operators to coach performance and improve operational comprehension and capability.</li><li>Solicits and evaluates ideas for plant improvements and contribute 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 team members on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources, maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.</li></ul><p><b>Here is some of what you’ll need:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor Degree or Master’s Degree in Manufacturing Operations / Supply Chain Management</li><li>7&#43; years in Management and individual contributors/large team</li><li>5&#43; Experience with SMT and PCBA</li><li>7&#43; years’ experience In Automotive Industry / Automation</li><li>7&#43; years in Automation Manufacturing field</li><li>Experience in leading major initiatives and provides input to those initiatives</li><li>Ensures compliance with standards</li><li>Expert computer skills including PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft</li></ul><p>LI#</p><p>YV1</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><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).