OpEx Technician I

Stored Energy Systems LLC (SENS); Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym with 24/7 access

Free Electric Vehicle charging

Breakfast and Lunch Café

After hours Grab & Go snacks

Basketball court

Walking paths

Job summary

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) in Longmont, CO is seeking an OpEx Technician I to drive continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor. This role supports Kaizen events, lean transformation, and collaborates with production teams to implement workstation improvements that enhance safety, efficiency, and quality.

You will work with engineering and production teams to collect data, analyze processes, and implement standardized, waste-reducing changes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with hand tools and power tools.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools: Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Participate in Kaizen workshops focused on process optimization, waste elimination, and operational efficiency.
• Build and commission ergonomic and efficient production workstations using lean principles.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement improvements that support standardized work and reduce waste.
• Work with production teams to collect data and identify operational problems and bottlenecks leveraging Lean tools.
• Analyze current manufacturing processes and recommend improvements to reduce cycle time, increase throughput, and improve quality.
• Ensure that successful improvements are documented, standardized, and sustained across production lines.
• Collaborate with frontline workers to participate in continuous improvement efforts and contribute ideas for workstation and process enhancements.
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, safety, and quality teams to ensure workstation designs meet operational and compliance requirements.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

English proficiency

Lean principles

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

CAD tools

3D printing

Job description

Who We Are

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com .

Who We Are

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com .

View the SENS Product Catalog

Summary

The OpEx Technician I (Operational Excellence Technician I) is responsible for implementing identified continuous improvement action items across the manufacturing floor. This role supports Kaizen events, lean transformation, and collaborates with production teams to implement workstation improvements that enhance safety, efficiency, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Kaizen workshops focused on process optimization, waste elimination, and operational efficiency.
• Build and commission ergonomic and efficient production workstations using lean principles.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement improvements that support standardized work and reduce waste.
• Work with production teams to collect data and identify operational problems and bottlenecks leveraging Lean tools.
• Analyze current manufacturing processes and recommend improvements to reduce cycle time, increase throughput, and improve quality.
• Ensure that successful improvements are documented, standardized, and sustained across production lines.
• Collaborate with frontline workers to participate in continuous improvement efforts and contribute ideas for workstation and process enhancements.
• Work closely with engineering, maintenance, safety, and quality teams to ensure workstation designs meet operational and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with hand tools and power tools.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Proficiency with MS office tools: Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement roles.
• Experience with CAD tools, workstation design software, and 3D printing.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong spatial reasoning skills.

Closing Date

August 29th . While we anticipate keeping this position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed earlier depending on applicant volume and hiring needs.

Base Compensation

$23.50 - $26.50 per hour is the projected compensation range for this role depending on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience.

Bonus

This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Location

Longmont, CO

Onsite Perks

• Free gym with 24/7 access
• Free Electric Vehicle charging
• Breakfast and Lunch Café
• After hours Grab & Go snacks
• Basketball court
• Walking paths

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
• Employee referral program

At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every qualification listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.