Wave operator
Job Posting Start Date 08-08-2025 Job Posting End Date 10-08-2025
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.
Job Summary
At Flex , we welcome people of all backgrounds. Our employees thrive here by living our
values: we support each other as we strive to find a better way, we move fast with
discipline and purpose, and we do the right thing always .
Through a respectful, inclusive and collaborative culture, a career at Flex offers the
opportunity to make a difference, invest in your career growth and join our purpose --
to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.
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To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Wave Operator located in Austin, TX .
Reporting to the Operations Manager the Wave Operator w ill be responsibl e for providing leadership and direction to groups of non-exempt employees.
3 rd Shift: 11 :00pm- 7 : 15 am Sunday - Thursday
What a typical day looks like:
• Sets up and operates a wave solder machine.
• Operates finger cleaner pump, conveyor and IR pre-heaters.
• Troubleshoots problem areas.
• Runs product.
• Provides preventative and daily /weekly maintenance.
• Operates all machine functions, e.g. fluxer, hot air knife, conveyor and pre-heaters.
• Identifies defects and enters data to shop floor control system.
May clean dross out of solder pot.
The experience we're looking to add to our team
• Advanced Excel skill level
• Microsoft Office proficiency
Here are a few of our preferred experiences:
• Previous Manufacturing experience
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to work that requires repetitive motion, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock and occasionally works in job assignments that may require overtime and 3rd shift job assignments as required . The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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
Operations
Is Sponsorship Available?
No
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).
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- FSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
- Company Outings
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Woman founded/led
- Unconscious Bias Training