Senior Manager, Manufacturing

Bloom Energy; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 141,900 - 204,100; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy in Fremont, CA is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Manager to lead a diverse team in achieving production schedules while improving safety and efficiency. This fully on-site position demands strong Lean Manufacturing experience and a BS in Engineering.

Key responsibilities include managing staff, developing process workflow plans, and driving continuous improvement. Candidates should have minimum 6 years in advanced manufacturing and effective communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary range of $141,900.00 – $204,100.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in high-volume complex assembly or manufacturing environment as a leader.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools with proven results.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse teams to achieve production schedule while improving safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Implement production scalability and employee development plans.
• Drive continuous improvement activities using Lean concepts.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing tools

Data analysis

Team management

Oracle WMS

Microsoft Excel

Electrical components

Education

BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MES systems

Job description

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than a dream – we’re making it reality. For over two decades we’ve pioneered solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy‑intensive world, from powering AI‑driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities. We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Manager in Fremont, CA to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This is a fully on‑site, night‑shift role reporting to the Sr. Manager, Manufacturing.

Role and Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse team of indirect and direct reports – supervisors, team leads, members and other resources – to achieve the production schedule while improving safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Hire, develop, and train manufacturing staff to support plant ramp‑ups and continued operations.
• Develop and implement production scalability, process workflow and employee development plans.
• Initiate and facilitate problem‑solving groups to resolve issues for current and future needs of the company.
• Lead training in Lean Manufacturing concepts, tools, and principles in our production areas.
• Support development of policies, procedures and standardized work for manufacturing and production.
• Drive continuous improvement activities through a hands‑on approach using Pull System, Kanban, Standardized Work, 5S, Visual Management, Problem Solving and kitting.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining training and safety programs, workgroup boards, and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and implement change‑management processes to ensure smooth changes in all aspects of production.
• Optimize the entire value‑stream from the supply chain through delivery of Bloom Energy servers to customers.
• Support the launch of new products and processes.
• Manage multiple shifts and work with flexibility across any shift or area of the plant based on company needs.
• Develop dashboards for information visualization and decision‑making improvements.
• Analyze data to pinpoint root causes of defects and production challenges.

Skills and Experience

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in high‑volume complex assembly or advanced manufacturing environment as a leader.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools and principles with proven results.
• Experience managing manufacturing teams, automation equipment and MES systems.
• Knowledge of Warehouse and Inventory Management.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP implementation.
• Experience with Oracle: Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Strong employee‑relations skills through motivation and mentoring.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly advanced analytical and cognitive skills.
• Creative thinker with vision to raise process maturity.
• Bias for action and implementation.
• Electrical‑components experience preferred.
• Business experience in hi‑tech or low‑volume/high‑mix industries preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Excel and MS Office programs.
• Strong data analysis and data‑driven decision‑making skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk 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.
• Ability to perform essential tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bloom Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with known physical or mental limitations unless undue hardship would result. Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

Salary

Salary Ranges: $141,900.00 – $204,100.00