What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor - 1st Shift/WIP(Work-In-Progress) position at Flex?
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WORK HOURS: 1ST SHIFT, MON - SAT., 7 AM - 4 PM
Server Repair Operations
Position Summary
Responsible for supporting all Work-In-Process (WIP) and Production Control activities across server repair
operations. Maintains inventory accuracy, monitors aging orders, tracks production status, ensures transaction
integrity, and provides operational visibility through reporting and analytics.
WIP (Work-In-Process) Control
Monitor WIP, track material movement, maintain dashboards, identify aging inventory, support daily operational
reviews, and ensure production orders progress according to plan.
Production Order Management
Monitor open orders, aging orders, past due orders, engineering holds, quality holds, and material shortages.
Follow up with operational teams to drive closure and execution.
Inventory Management
Support inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, transaction audits, material traceability, discrepancy investigations,
and inventory accuracy initiatives.
Systems and Transaction Control
Execute and validate transactions within BAAN ERP, Flex Flow, MES systems, and inventory management tools.
Ensure transactional accuracy and data integrity.
Reporting and Analytics
Develop KPI dashboards and reports covering WIP, aging, inventory accuracy, backlog, throughput, shipment
readiness, cycle time, and TAT performance.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree preferred in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations
Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
Experience:
2 years of experience in manufacturing, inventory control, production control, repair operations, logistics, or
Materials Management. Server Repair Experience Preferred.
Technical Skills:
Strong Excel skills required. Preferred knowledge of Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, Power
Query, dashboard creation, and KPI reporting.
Systems Knowledge:
BAAN ERP preferred. Flex Flow preferred. Experience with MES systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Power BI is
a plus.
Key Competencies:
Attention to detail, analytical thinking, data accuracy, problem solving, communication, teamwork, time
management, and process discipline.
Key Performance Indicators:
WIP Accuracy, Inventory Accuracy, Aging Inventory, Aging Orders, Open Orders, Past Due Orders, Transaction
Accuracy, Data Accuracy, Material Availability, Shipment Readiness, Cycle Time Support, and Report Timeliness.
Preferred Candidate Profile:
Highly organized and data-driven professional with experience in WIP control, inventory management, production
order tracking, BAAN, Flex Flow, and server repair operations. Acts as the primary support resource for the WIP
Supervisor.
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).
WORK HOURS: 1ST SHIFT, MON - SAT., 7 AM - 4 PM
Server Repair Operations
Position Summary
Responsible for supporting all Work-In-Process (WIP) and Production Control activities across server repair
operations. Maintains inventory accuracy, monitors aging orders, tracks production status, ensures transaction
integrity, and provides operational visibility through reporting and analytics.
WIP (Work-In-Process) Control
Monitor WIP, track material movement, maintain dashboards, identify aging inventory, support daily operational
reviews, and ensure production orders progress according to plan.
Production Order Management
Monitor open orders, aging orders, past due orders, engineering holds, quality holds, and material shortages.
Follow up with operational teams to drive closure and execution.
Inventory Management
Support inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, transaction audits, material traceability, discrepancy investigations,
and inventory accuracy initiatives.
Systems and Transaction Control
Execute and validate transactions within BAAN ERP, Flex Flow, MES systems, and inventory management tools.
Ensure transactional accuracy and data integrity.
Reporting and Analytics
Develop KPI dashboards and reports covering WIP, aging, inventory accuracy, backlog, throughput, shipment
readiness, cycle time, and TAT performance.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree preferred in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations
Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
Experience:
2 years of experience in manufacturing, inventory control, production control, repair operations, logistics, or
Materials Management. Server Repair Experience Preferred.
Technical Skills:
Strong Excel skills required. Preferred knowledge of Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, Power
Query, dashboard creation, and KPI reporting.
Systems Knowledge:
BAAN ERP preferred. Flex Flow preferred. Experience with MES systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Power BI is
a plus.
Key Competencies:
Attention to detail, analytical thinking, data accuracy, problem solving, communication, teamwork, time
management, and process discipline.
Key Performance Indicators:
WIP Accuracy, Inventory Accuracy, Aging Inventory, Aging Orders, Open Orders, Past Due Orders, Transaction
Accuracy, Data Accuracy, Material Availability, Shipment Readiness, Cycle Time Support, and Report Timeliness.
Preferred Candidate Profile:
Highly organized and data-driven professional with experience in WIP control, inventory management, production
order tracking, BAAN, Flex Flow, and server repair operations. Acts as the primary support resource for the WIP
Supervisor.
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).