Component Cleaning & Prep Lead

Component Cleaning & Prep Lead Component Cleaning & Prep Lead is a subject matter expert responsible for establishing, optimizing, and leading the component-cleaning operations within a manufacturing assembly environment. This leader will not just run daily operations, but will actively design the cleaning standards, select appropriate methodologies, and set up specialized cleaning equipment based on manufacturing industry best practices. Serving as the primary trainer and technical guide for both leadership and floor staff, this role ensures all mechanical hardware—ranging from micro-fasteners to massive structural metal pieces—is meticulously prepared, decontaminated, and staged to support flawless assembly line operations. What you’ll do: Lead a team of 2–3 cleaning technicians. Assign daily tasks, manage throughput, and maintain a flexible schedule to meet shifting production demands. Act as the onsite trainer to educate team and management on chemical safety, contamination control, and proper hardware handling techniques. Partner closely with dedicated Material and Inventory Coordinators to ensure tracking, batch control, and material movements are seamlessly logged in the ERP system. Author Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various cleaning modalities, including immersion baths for small hardware and manual wipe‑down protocols for oversized metal components. Assist in the selection, commissioning, and validation of specialized cleaning equipment such as ultrasonic baths, parts washers, chemical stations, or specialized filtration/ventilation systems. Research, define, and implement component‑cleaning standards, validation methods, and workflow layouts based on industry best practices for industrial metal parts. Obey and enforce all CFS safety guidelines. Manage the safe handling, storage, and disposal of cleaning solvents, chemical agents, and hazardous waste in compliance with SDS and CFS plans. Maintain a highly organized, clean, and audit‑ready clean area. What we’re looking for: High School Diploma or equivalent Technical certifications in industrial chemistry, materials science, or manufacturing technology preferred 3–5 years of experience directly executing and managing industrial parts‑cleaning operations within a manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or precision‑machining environment Proven team leadership or supervisory experience; record of successfully assigning tasks, managing team throughput, and driving accountability on a manufacturing floor Deep knowledge of a variety of cleaning methodologies (e.g., solvent cleaning, aqueous degreasing, ultrasonic cleaning, acid/alkaline baths, and precision manual wiping) Proven experience handling metals of various shapes and scales, understanding how surface finishes, oils, and particulate matter impact downstream assembly Demonstrated experience establishing a line, setting up cleaning work‑cells, or implementing new manufacturing procedures from scratch Functional understanding of ERP systems (Odoo, SAP, Oracle) and how material tracking impacts production Bonus Points For: Bachelor’s Degree Strong technical training skills; comfortable explaining chemical and physical cleaning constraints to non‑technical team members Strong computer skills with MS Office or G‑Suite applications (Excel, Docs) for drafting procedural checklists Experience operating material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks) is a plus Must‑have requirements: Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs Perform activities such as stopping, climbing, typing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics $40 - $50 an hour 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth Fusion Systems