Lead Production Technician - First Shift

cfsenergy· Operations - Manufacturing
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📍 Somerville, MAFull time💰 USD 32–52

About this role

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 we're working with policymakers, suppliers, and many others to build the energy industry of the future.
 
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised $4 billion of capital, making us the largest and leading 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 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.
 
 

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
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Lead Production Technician - First Shift role at cfsenergy?
The listed salary for this Lead Production Technician - First Shift position at cfsenergy is USD 32–52. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Lead Production Technician - First Shift position at cfsenergy located?
This Lead Production Technician - First Shift role at cfsenergy is based in Somerville, MA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Lead Production Technician - First Shift role at cfsenergy full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Lead Production Technician - First Shift role in the Operations - Manufacturing department at cfsenergy.
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Lead Production Technician - First Shift
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