Flex

Production Manager - Paint Line

Flex$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Leadership in manufacturing Operations and Production.
  • Experience with launching or escalating new production lines, particularly in painting/coating processes.
  • Strong knowledge of electrostatic painting and conveyor systems.
  • Ability to align production with business strategies and operational goals.
  • Proven experience in mentoring and managing production teams effectively.
  • Strong skills in cross-department collaboration and communication.
  • Proficiency in problem-solving and financial management to enhance efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily production operations to achieve quality, cost, and delivery targets.
  • Support installation and ramp-up of a new electrostatic painting line.
  • Coordinate with external suppliers for equipment setup and process readiness.
  • Plan and prioritize production schedules based on various operational factors.
  • Manage resources effectively for efficient and continuous manufacturing operations.
  • Recruit and develop a team of production operators, to scale with growth.
  • Oversee painting operations, ensuring quality and throughput standards.
  • Prepare operations for potential scale into 2-3 shifts as demand increases.
  • Collaborate across departments to support manufacturing objectives.
  • Drive process improvements for production, testing, and operational efficiencies.

Benefits

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance coverage
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability options
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement support
Full Job Description
Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Production Manager located in Dallas, TX.

Reporting to the Sr Director, Operations, the Production Manager will be responsible for guiding and coordinating manufacturing activities, including the launch and expansion of a new electrostatic paint line. This leader will drive production performance across areas such as multi-level assembly, testing, quality, and finishing processes, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery goals.

What a typical day looks like:
  • Lead daily production operations to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
  • Support the installation and ramp-up of a new electrostatic painting line (new production line).
  • Visit and coordinate with external suppliers to ensure proper equipment setup and process readiness.
  • Plan and prioritize production schedules based on demand, materials, and equipment availability.
  • Manage resources (labor, materials, equipment) to ensure efficient and continuous operations.
  • Recruit, hire, and develop an initial team of ~10-15 operators, scaling workforce for future growth.
  • Oversee painting operations, including hanging parts on conveyors, washing, and electrostatic powder coating processes.
  • Ensure proper rack selection, part spacing, and layout to meet quality and throughput standards.
  • Prepare operations to scale into 2-3 shifts as production demand increases.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (planning, engineering, quality) to support manufacturing goals.
  • Drive process improvements in production techniques, testing, and operational efficiency.
  • Support budgeting and cost control while meeting operational performance targets.


The experience we're looking to add to our team:
  • 5+ years of Operations & Production Leadership in manufacturing environments.
  • Experience launching or ramping up new production lines (painting/coating processes).
  • Strong knowledge of electrostatic painting, conveyor systems, or similar finishing processes.
  • Strategic Planning & Execution: Align production with business goals and operational plans.
  • People Management & Leadership: Lead, develop, and mentor production teams.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration & Communication: Partner effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Problem Solving & Financial Management: Drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency.


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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

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Posting Start Date 06-25-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-02-2026
Job Category
Operations

Is Sponsorship Available?
No

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
Net Income
$421 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+1.8%
Revenue
$23.3 billion
NASDAQ

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