Production Technician Supervisor - Third Shift
Devens, MA
Corporate Operations – Operations - Manufacturing /
Full-time /
On-site
We're looking for an experienced and highly motivated Production Supervisor to join Commonwealth Fusion Systems. The Production Supervisor role will be responsible for leading our high performing team consisting of a multitude of different skill sets. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience and exceptional people skills. They’ll be working cross functionally with other internal members to develop and manage production team members and have a passion for always improving.
This team member will:
- Supervise a team of Production technicians to build electromechanical parts
- Execute on production plans, priorities, and schedules provided by the Production planner, manufacturing management and organize workflow by assigning responsibilities to the proper people
- Organize daily task lists and write daily updates and quality reports
- Establish safety plans working closely with EHS and work area cleanliness standards and ensure they are met by all technicians
- Develop and run training programs for key technician skill sets
- Manage and approve timecards and perform biannual reviews for all direct reports
- Perform R&D and prototype hardware builds with minimal documentation and oversight
- Perform production hardware builds according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
- Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing discrepancies with a focus on continuous improvement
The ideal candidate will have most, if not all, of these requirements:
- High school diploma/equivalency certificate or higher
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing setting
- Minimum of 9 years’ experience with a variety of technical skills such as but not limited to mechanical and electrical assembly, plumbing, vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, soldering, and wiring
- Demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical and electrical drawings, manuals, and reports. Experience navigating assemblies in 3D CAD software is a plus
- Proficiency with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Commitment to safety and quality with the ability to communicate this to your team
- Ability to take directions from Managers and work independently
- Desire to work and contribute in a fast-paced, environment with daily changes
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) to your team articulating in a leadership manner
- 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
Additional experience and/or qualifications:
- Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma principles
- Experience with winding equipment of any type is a plus
- 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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