Manufacturing Supervisor

FirstElement Fuel; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full premium medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Committed work environment

Job summary

FirstElement Fuel is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee the assembly and testing of hydrogen cryo-pump and refueling modules in California. The role starts hands-on with one direct report and expands as the line ramps up, focusing on quality, traceability and efficient production.

You will interpret engineering drawings, supervise a small team, and ensure documentation and compliance with GMP-like quality systems while maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience in technical manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and follow assembly instructions.
• Strong leadership and hands-on supervision skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel; ERP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assembling and testing of hydrogen cryo-pump and refueling modules.
• Lead one employee initially and scale the line as it ramps up.
• Ensure traceability and documentation of assembly and test processes.
• Maintain safe, clean production area and compliance with GMP/quality systems.

Skills

Leadership

Hands-on

Engineering drawings

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Typing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Come join our team at FirstElement Fuel, and be a part of impacting the world in positive ways!

FirstElement Fuel along with its True Zero brand is the leader in the deployment of retail hydrogen refueling stations. We are a California-based company established in 2013 to provide safe, reliable, retail fuel to customers of fuel cell electric vehicles. The True Zero retail hydrogen network is the largest in the world today and is critical to California global energy transformation.

Our mission is to foster the widespread adoption of hydrogen vehicles and reduce the impact of driving on our planet. FirstElement Fuel is continuously growing the refueling infrastructure and we believe hydrogen will change the world in a positive way.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR

The Manufacturing Supervisor will be a working supervisor responsible for the assembly and testing of hydrogen cryo-pump and Hydrogen Refueling Station modules. Currently, this position will lead one employee initially and will be hands-on assembling units while our new manufacturing line ramps up

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the assembly of electro-mechanical, electro-pneumatical systems or equivalent experience in a medical device, aerospace, automotive, or other technical manufacturing environment
• Strong technical abilities with a willingness to work hands on
• Strong leadership skills - prior leadership experience highly preferred
• Able to interpret and understand engineering drawings and follow assembly instructions and other company procedures
• Ability to use basic computer applications including, but not limited to:
• MS Word
• MS Excel
• ERP systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills; maintains orderly work cells; contributes to the professional presentation of the production area
• Must be able to type using the keyboard of a computer
• Must be able to understand and communicate clearly
• Able to interpret and understand engineering d
• Must be able to use various hand tools and manufacturing equipment including, but not limited to: torque wrenches, impact guns, tube bender, angle grinders, coning and threading machine, etc.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

• Ensure ERP transitions completed correctly, and traceability is maintained at all times
• Delegate tasks to direct reports
• Coordinate with cross functional teams to ensure commitments are metPerforms moderately complex assembly/test functions utilizing mechanical skills, a variety of hand tools, test equipment and assembly fixtures
• Produces and inspects assemblies to ensure conformance to product specifications
• Ensures complete documentation of all assembly and test processes performed
• Ability to fully adhere to established Quality System and full understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Training team members
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with all established company policies, procedures and business ethics codes
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED, Associates degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the assembly of electro-mechanical, electro-pneumatical systems or equivalent experience in a medical device, aerospace, or other technical manufacturing environment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The Manufacturing Supervisor usually works in a manufacturing environment
• The Manufacturing Supervisor works a standard work week but may be required to work some weekends and evenings to fulfill the duties
• This position may require some travel (primarily in California)

PHYSICSAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to type using the keyboard of a computer
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60lbs

SCHEDULE + BENEFITS:

• Excellent benefits, to include full premium coverage for Medical, Dental and Vision, 401(k) Plan (with 6% company match), Personal Time Off (PTO), and committed work environment

The base salary range for this full-time position is $91,520 - $121,160 + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The salary range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work locations and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the salary base only and do not include any bonus or benefits.

FirstElement Fuel is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status or political affiliation or any other protected characteristic covered by applicable federal, state, or local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. We also perform employment background checks.