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Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Flex
Flex Salary
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
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.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Machine Operator located in Henrico, VA.

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Machine Operator’s role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining automated production equipment while monitoring quality and inventory to ensure efficient, high-standard manufacturing.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Review schedules and procedures to set up equipment, including loading components, feeders, and stencils.
  • Start and monitor automated machinery, making real-time adjustments to keep production within control limits.
  • Inspect products against specifications, performing reworks or equipment adjustments if quality drops.
  • Track inventory, record process data, and monitor the shelf life of chemicals and sensitive parts.
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and follow proper cleaning and shutdown procedures.

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

  • High school diploma (or equivalent) required; 1-2 years of machine operation experience and completion of company training.
  • Able to read complex instructions and clearly share information with teammates and supervisors.
  • Proficient in reading mechanical drawings/blueprints and using measurement tools like calipers and protractors.
  • Ability to perform basic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) for weight and distance measurements.
  • Use independent judgment to solve practical problems and follow instructions in various formats (written, or diagrams).
  • Able to take direction from leadership and make decisions that positively impact the team's output

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).

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