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.   Weekend second shift (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 6 p.m. – 6 a.m.) Hourly pay + 30% 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

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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.