Company: Flex
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Technology, Software, IT, Electronics
Description
Job Posting Start Date 08-06-2025 Job Posting End Date 09-30-2025Flex 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. Job Summary
Principal Accountabilities:
- Perform mold repair work on cavities and cores due to damage or wear. Note any changes to molds, inserts, parts, etc. Must document work and keep accurate records.
- Dissemble and assemble molds, analyze and solve basic mold problems including flashing conditions, galling, venting, cooling problems, etc. Assemble, repair, inspect, clean and polish molds using skill and care while handling and polished "optical" or critical surfaces.
- Plan construction procedures and methods, selecting the proper materials. Lay-out, fabricate and assembles molds also machine tool fixtures by analyzing blueprints, sketches, models and engineering or shop specification.
- Use a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments. Sets up and operates lathes, milling machines, electrical discharge machines, surface and cylindrical grinders. Setup and operation of CNC machines.
- Interpret drawings, evaluate machining methods on assignments and occasionally instructs apprentices or machine operators in the operation and setup of tool room equipment.
- Compute dimensions; determine machining and material or parts required. Use SurfCAM and other CAD software. Perform mold changes & modifications 20/30
- Perform precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Use and understand CNC equipment such as Prototrak, Anilam and others.
- Able to read, comprehend, and interpret complex instructions. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and customers.
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and operations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
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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
Is Sponsorship Available?
NoFlex 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).Apply on company website
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