Lead Production Technician — Fusion Manufacturing Lead

Commonwealth-Fusion-Systems-5; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with equity

13 Company-wide Holidays

Flexible vacation days

10 sick days

Parental leave policy

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Professional growth opportunities

Team-building activities

Job summary

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Lead Production Technician to guide a fast-paced, hands-on team building high temperature superconducting magnets. You will drive quality, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement across electromechanical assemblies.

The role requires leadership experience in manufacturing, strong technical skills in mechanical and electrical domains, and a commitment to safety. Evening/night shifts and occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 2 years in a formal leadership role in a manufacturing setting.
• 6 years’ experience in mechanical/electrical assembly, plumbing, vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, soldering, wiring.
• Commitment to safety and quality; ability to communicate this to your team.
• Ability to lead a team and provide clear direction.
• Willingness to travel or work nights/weekends occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Hire, lead, and train technicians and welders to build electromechanical parts with focus on quality, cost, and delivery.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to develop and qualify new techniques and processes.
• Perform production hardware builds according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing discrepancies with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Utilize torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers and other hand/power tools.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness standards are followed.
• Provide feedback during biannual performance reviews.
• Perform related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Team coordination

Communication

Quality focus

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is seeking a Lead Production Technician to guide a fast-paced, hands-on team building high temperature superconducting magnets. You will drive quality, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement across electromechanical assemblies.

The role requires leadership experience in manufacturing, strong technical skills in mechanical and electrical domains, and a commitment to safety. Evening/night shifts and occasional travel may be required.