The Production Technician Supervisor leads a team in manufacturing electromechanical assemblies, manages production schedules, ensures safety compliance, and fosters team development.
About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.
If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.
Join the power movement as a Production Technician Supervisor
We're looking for experienced and highly motivated Production Supervisors to join Commonwealth Fusion Systems. The Production Supervisor role will be responsible for leading our high performing team consisting of a multitude of different technician and welding skill sets. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, exceptional people skills, and a passion for always improving. They’ll be working cross functionally with other internal members to develop and manage production team members.
* Shift Differential for third shift - 15%
What you'll do:
- Hire & supervise a team of Production technicians and welders to build electromechanical parts and assemblies
- Execute on production plans, priorities, and schedules provided by manufacturing management and planning
- Organize daily task lists and workflow by assigning responsibilities to the proper people
- Lead cross-functional daily stand-up meetings with a focus on quality, cost, and delivery. Write daily updates and quality reports
- Establish safety plans and protocols (working closely with EHSS) and work area cleanliness standards and ensure they are met by all technicians
- Run training programs for key team skill sets & processes
- Manage and approve timecards and perform biannual reviews for all direct reports. Manage personnel issues in partnership with Human Resources
- Perform R&D and prototype hardware builds with minimal documentation and oversight
- Perform production hardware builds according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
- Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing discrepancies with a focus on continuous improvement
What we're looking for:
- High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a formal leadership role in a manufacturing setting
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience with a variety of technical skills such as, but not limited to, mechanical and electrical assembly, plumbing, vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, soldering, and wiring
- Demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical and electrical drawings, manuals, and reports. Experience navigating assemblies in 3D CAD software is a plus
- Proficiency with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Commitment to safety and quality with the ability to communicate this to your team
- Strong level of accountability for yourself and your team
- Ability to take directions from managers and work independently
- Desire to work and contribute in a fast-paced, environment with daily changes
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) to your team, articulating in a leadership manner
- Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work
- Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including assembly and testing
Bonus points for:
- Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma principles
- Experience with winding equipment of any type is a plus
Must-have Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.
This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Office
148 Sidney Street,, Cambridge, MA, United States, 02139
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