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About the job

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

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Equipment/Maintenance Manager located in Milpitas, CA.

Reporting to the Director the Equipment Maintenance Manager coordinates activities of personnel engaged in the troubleshooting, repairing and maintenance of manufacturing equipment to attain goals consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements. Strong people leadership experience

maintaining strategy (PM/PdM) , Budget and spare parts management , complying safety leadership and promoting continuous improvement / Lean manufacturing and Cross-functional stakeholder management.

What a typical day looks like:

Direct daily activities to optimize equipment use and meet production demands.

Establish and manage preventative maintenance schedules.

Establishes preventative maintenance schedules.

Generates maintenance logs and other operations metrics.

Forecast departmental operating costs and prepare budget requests.

Assess and determine resource needs for materials, equipment, and manpower.

Use of various tools associated with the following areas may be required: Electronic Assembly,

Cables, Testing, Machine Operations, Mechanical and Electrical Pneumatics Repair.

Coordinate maintenance efforts with engineering and operations teams.

Select and develop personnel for efficient departmental functioning.

Implement safety programs to ensure a safe workplace.

Generate maintenance logs and operational metrics.

Troubleshoot automated electronic and mechanical equipment in a high-volume environment.

Communicate effectively with team members, customers, and management.

Manage multiple assignments and projects efficiently.

Analyze problems, gather data, and draw conclusions.

Interpret technical instructions and manage various variables

Ensure that all technical training team personnel are trained and certified in their specific functions, and that no task is performed by untrained personnel.

Ensures ISO and safety standards are adhered.

Leverages industry practices and applies to internal systems and processes.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Maintenance Experience

10 + years of Maintenance Experience Supervisory

10 + years of Supervisory, Team Management, Team Building

Experience with automated machinery and robotics.

Electrical Systems Investigation

Hydraulic Systems Investigation

Structural Integrity Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Process Monitoring

Manufacturing Process Improvement

Standardization of Work Instructions

Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Knowledge of PLC systems and ability to manage maintenance teams across shifts.

Proficiency in mathematical concepts and their practical applications.

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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 11-03-2026 Job Posting End Date 12-31-2026

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity. $140,100.00 USD - $192,600.00 USD Annual

Job Category Production Engineering

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).