Lead Production Technician First Shift

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 were designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And were working with policymakers suppliers and many others to build the energy industry of the future.

Were in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018 weve raised $4 billion of capital making us the largest and leading fusion company in the world.

Now were looking for more thinkers doers builders and makers to join us. People wholl bring new perspectives solve tough problems and thrive as part of a team.

If thats you and this role fits we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Lead Production Technician

The Lead Production Technician at Commonwealth Fusion Systems is responsible for leading a fast-paced and agile team building the worlds strongest high temperature superconducting magnets and assemblies for integration into CFS fusion devices. The role is responsible for continuously improving production tasks maintaining schedules with resourcing and assuring quality requirements are met per documentation. The technician team is a hands-on build team working with mechanical electrical magnetic cryogenic pressure vacuum and pneumatic systems.

What youll do:

• Hire lead and support training of a team of technicians and welders to build electromechanical parts and assemblies with a focus on quality cost and delivery
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team of manufacturing engineers and technicians to develop and qualify new manufacturing techniques and processes
• Perform production hardware builds according to procedures specifications and test instructions based on scheduling
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing discrepancies with a focus on continuous improvement
• Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches micrometers calipers and a variety of hand and power tools
• Ensure all technicians are adhering to safety and work area cleanliness standards
• Be an active stakeholder for feedback to supervisor during biannual performance reviews
• Perform other related job duties related to the job as assigned by management

What were looking for:

• High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a formal leadership role in a manufacturing setting
• Minimum of 6 years experience in a variety of technical skills such as but not limited to mechanical and electrical assembly plumbing vacuum systems epoxy potting injection molding cryogenic systems soldering and wiring
• 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 lead a team and give clear and precise direction
• Ability to take directions from supervisors and work independently
• Desire to work and contribute in a fast-paced environment with daily changes
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) to your team including daily and weekly goals
• 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

$32 - $52 an hour

Salary range for this full-time position equity benefits . The actual salary will depend on level location qualifications and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.

Benefits include:

Competitive compensation with equity

13 Company-wide Holidays

Flexible vacation days

10 sick days

Generous parental leave policy

Health dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Professional growth opportunities

Team-building activities

#LI-Onsite

At CFS we excel in fast-paced environments driven by our values of integrity execution impact and self-critique. As we grow were 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.

Required Experience:

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