Lead Production Technician - Second Shift

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

$66K — $108K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; higher education preferred.
  • At least 2 years in a formal leadership role in manufacturing.
  • Minimum 6 years of technical experience in assembly and related skills.
  • Strong commitment to safety and quality.
  • Ability to lead effectively and communicate along all levels of the team.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage hands-on tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Hire, lead, and train a team of technicians and welders.
  • Collaborate with engineers to develop new manufacturing processes.
  • Execute production builds according to specifications.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing discrepancies and implement improvements.
  • Utilize precision tools for assembly tasks while ensuring safety standards are met.
  • Provide feedback on team performance in biannual reviews.
  • Perform additional assigned duties as needed.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation structure with equity options.
  • 13 company-wide holidays for improved work-life balance.
  • Flexible vacation policy supporting personal time off.
  • 10 dedicated sick days for employee well-being.
  • Generous parental leave to support family needs.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching for retirement savings.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Engaging team-building activities fostering a positive work environment.
Full Job Description
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 world's 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.

Second shift (Monday-Friday, 2:00 - 10:30 pm)

Hourly pay + 10% Differential

What you'll 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 we're 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

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