Flex

Production Manager - 2nd Shift (M-Sat., 3 pm - 12 Midnight)

Flex • $75K — $95K *
Memphis, TN 38109In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 5+ years in manufacturing/production leadership roles within data center or electronics companies.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
  • Progressive experience in production, manufacturing, or operations management indicated in career history.
  • Hands-on industry experience in server manufacturing, repair, or data center operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily server RMA and refurbishment production operations, ensuring efficiencies.
  • Ensure compliance with SLA and quality standards; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Develop and track KPIs for output, quality, and labor efficiency.
  • Define material and manpower requirements to meet production needs effectively.
  • Collaborate with planning and logistics teams to minimize downtime and maximize flow.

Benefits

  • 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
Full Job Description
Job Posting Start Date 04-07-2026 Job Posting End Date

Job Summary

Work Hours: 2nd Shift (M-Sat., 3 pm - 12 Midnight)

Overview:

The Production Manager - 2nd Shift will lead 250 personnel responsible for end-to-end Server RMA (Return Material Authorization) operations, who support a hyperscale customer server environment. This role is responsible for managing high-volume, high-complexity production activities including server disassembly, diagnosis, repair, refurbishment, reassembly, testing, and quality assurance, while consistently meeting stringent SLA, cost, quality, and delivery targets. The ideal candidate is a seasoned production leader with prior experience in server manufacturing, repair, or data center hardware operations, strong people leadership skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, customer-critical environment.

Operational Leadership:
  • Lead daily production operations for server RMA and refurbishment lines, including diagnosis, repair, reconfiguration, testing, and final QA.
  • Ensure strict adherence to customer SLAs, quality standards, and turnaround time (TAT) requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production throughput, yield, efficiency, and cost reduction.
  • Establish and track KPIs related to output, quality, rework rates, labor efficiency, and inventory accuracy.

Technical & Process Excellence:
  • Provide strong technical leadership in server hardware systems, including computing, storage, memory, power, and networking components.
  • Support and improve test procedures, repair guidelines, and diagnostic processes for complex server platforms.
  • Partner with engineering and quality teams to implement new product introductions (NPI) or changes to existing server designs.
  • Identify process gaps, failure trends, and systemic issues; drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Resource & Production Planning:
  • Define and manage material, equipment, tooling, and manpower requirements to meet production demand.
  • Prioritize production schedules based on RMA volumes, material availability, engineering constraints, and customer urgency.
  • Collaborate with planning, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth flow of materials and minimal downtime.
  • Forecast department operating costs and contribute to budget planning and cost control initiatives.

People Management & Development:
  • Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and production teams to ensure high performance and accountability.
  • Build a culture of safety, quality, ownership, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure appropriate training, certification, and skill development for all team members working on server hardware.
  • Manage staffing plans, hiring, performance evaluations, and succession planning.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as a primary operations interface for key customers and internal stakeholders regarding production status, escalations, and performance reviews.
  • Participate in customer meetings, audits, and operational review

related to RMA execution.

Resolve complex and often controversial situations involving customer negotiations, priority conflicts, or operational trade-offs.
  • Influence cross-functional leadership and senior management to support operational goals and plant performance.

Compliance, Quality & Safety:
  • Ensure compliance with internal procedures and external requirements related to ESD, data security, quality systems, and safety regulations.
  • Support audits and corrective actions related to ISO, customer-specific, or regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain a controlled manufacturing environment that protects customer data, intellectual property, and hardware integrity.

Job Qualifications

Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree required in any of the following: Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or similar.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing/production leadership from data center-oriented companies or electronics manufacturing companies, which includes proven experience effectively leading multi-shift, high-volume production teams.
  • Bilingual proficiency with English and Spanish, highly preferred.
  • Career history must reflect progressive experience in production, manufacturing, or operations management.
  • Must have industry experience in server manufacturing, repair, RMA, or data center hardware operations, strong people leadership skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, customer-critical environment.

Technical & Leadership Competencies:
  • Deep understanding of server systems, electronic assemblies, and complex electromechanical products.
  • Proven ability to manage operations involving tight SLAs, high quality requirements, and demanding customers.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of addressing complex and ambiguous operational challenges.
  • Advanced people leadership skills, including performance management, conflict resolution, and team development.
  • Ability to understand and influence the strategic impact of the production function across sites and customers.

Tools & Systems:
  • Proficiency with standard office and production tools, including:
  • ERP/MES systems, e.g. Baan, Atlas or Flex Flow.
  • Reporting and data analysis tools
  • Microsoft Office proficiency with Word, Excel (pivot tables experience a must; Macros experience optional), PowerPoint.
  • Production dashboards and KPI tracking systems

Preferred/Ideal Experience:
  • Experience working with hyperscale customers (e.g. Cloud Service providers, Internet/Digital platforms, AI or data-driven companies), or similar high-expectation environments
  • Background in server RMA, refurbishment, or reverse logistics operations.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.


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

Job Category
Operations

Relocation: Eligible for domestic and international relocation

Is Sponsorship Available?
Yes

About Flex

Flex Ltd. is an American Singaporean-domiciled multinational electronics contract manufacturer. It is the third largest global electronics manufacturing services (EMS), original design manufacturer (ODM) company by revenue, behind only Pegatron for what concerns original equipment manufacturers. Flex has manufacturing operations in over 30 countries, totaling approximately 200,000 employees.
Learn more about Flex
Size
172,648 employees
Market Cap
$9.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$421 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+1.8%
Revenue
$23.3 billion
NASDAQ
FLEX
* Ladders Estimates

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