Kitting Team Lead- Night Shift

Bloom Energy; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 29,329 - 42,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Generous Mental Health Support services

Legal services

Virtual Physical Therapy access

Fertility & Family Forming benefits

Job summary

Bloom Energy in Newark, DE, is seeking a Material Kitting Team Lead for a fully on-site role. This position focuses on leading the team and ensuring compliance with safety and quality manufacturing standards. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and experience in creating standardized work practices.

Bloom Energy offers competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with a 401(k) plan with company match, making it a great opportunity for those looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate safe work practices and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience creating standardized work and completing station audits.

Responsibilities

• Maintain on-floor manufacturing activities in a safe manner.
• Ensure quality requirements are met.
• Train and mentor technical team members.
• Lead the Kitting Team and report issues.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to detail

Knowledge of lean manufacturing terminology

Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.

Education

High school diploma

AA degree (preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a Material Kitting Team Lead to join our team in Newark, DE. This fully on‑site, in‑office role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and requires leading the Kitting Team from a process standpoint while ensuring safe, compliant, and quality manufacturing activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain on‑floor manufacturing activities in a safe manner and in accordance with EHS policies and procedures.
• Ensure all quality requirements are met and that all team members adhere to them daily.
• Perform cycle counts and inventory management.
• Create, document, and sustain standardized work practices.
• Train and mentor technical team members using a hands‑on approach to troubleshoot.
• Report attendance, quality, or performance issues to the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Lead the Kitting Team from a process standpoint and communicate issues with the supervisor/manager as required.
• Identify non‑value‑added waste within the manufacturing process and recommend cost‑effective solutions to eliminate waste.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

• High school diploma required; AA degree preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to motivate and lead teams.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly motivated self‑starter and team player.
• Must demonstrate safe work practices and attention to detail.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing terminology and principles.
• Experience creating standardized work.
• Experience completing station audits.
• Experience creating Yamazumi and production line set up.
• Preferred: experience completing process technician responsibilities.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.
• Must wear PPE as directed.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Flexible to work fluctuating schedules if needed.
• Competency in written and verbal English communications to understand safety protocols, hazard communications, and SOPs.
• Capable of performing essential tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10‑12 hours per shift.
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 25–50 lbs.
• Use hands and fingers to operate machinery controls and computers throughout the shift.
• Visual acuity sufficient for product inspection and reading digital/printed materials.
• Hearing ability to detect alarms and communicate effectively with staff.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in required areas (safety glasses, safety‑toed boots).

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with large employer contribution.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Generous Mental Health Support services.
• Legal services.
• Virtual Physical Therapy access.
• Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on a basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result. Bloom Energy is committed to supporting the well‑being of our employees and their families.

Salary Range

$21.29 - $30.63