Senior Manufacturing Specialist (Weekend 6am-6pm)

Bloom Energy; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 74,600 - 107,400; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy in Newark, DE is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Specialist to join our on‑site team on a Fri–Sun 6am–6pm weekend shift. You will lead designated production lines, provide hands‑on process support, and drive daily targets with strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.

You will mentor operators and supervisors, promote lean manufacturing practices, and implement containment actions and corrective solutions to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of related experience in high‑complexity production environment; welding experience is preferred.
• 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience supporting high‑volume manufacturing, assembly operations, or production environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interpret designs to fixtures and tools preferred.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing methods, and TIG welding techniques preferred.
• Highly motivated self‑starter, capable of self‑management with little to no oversight.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and tact needed to interact with all levels in the plant.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary manufacturing support lead for designated production lines or value streams.
• Provide technical leadership and direction to operators, team leads, and supervisors on manufacturing‑related issues.
• Provide direct hands‑on process support to manufacturing lines to ensure daily production targets are achieved.
• Support recovery plans and drive execution to minimize downtime and maximize production output.
• Promote consistency and repeatability across lines, shifts and production teams.
• Develop practical containment actions while driving permanent corrective solutions.
• Provide concise and actionable turnover reports that enable seamless continuation of troubleshooting and recovery activities.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

MS Office

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Overview

Senior Manufacturing Specialist – Newark, DE. Reports to Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering. Fully on‑site, in‑office role working weekend shift hours (Friday – Sunday, 6AM–6PM).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary manufacturing support lead for designated production lines or value streams.
• Provide technical leadership and direction to operators, team leads, and supervisors on manufacturing‑related issues.
• Provide direct hands‑on process support to manufacturing lines to ensure daily production targets are achieved.
• Support recovery plans and drive execution to minimize downtime and maximize production output.
• Promote consistency and repeatability across lines, shifts and production teams.
• Develop practical containment actions while driving permanent corrective solutions.
• Provide concise and actionable turnover reports that enable seamless continuation of troubleshooting and recovery activities.

Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years of related experience in high‑complexity production environment; welding experience is preferred.
• 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Computer systems knowledge including proficiency with MS Office programs.
• Experience supporting high‑volume manufacturing, assembly operations, or production environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated success resolving production issues in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret designs to fixtures and tools preferred.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing methods, and TIG welding techniques preferred.
• Highly motivated self‑starter, capable of self‑management with little to no oversight.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and tact needed to interact with all levels in the plant.

Physical Requirements

• Flexibility to work on any of the shifts, or in any area of the plant, based on production needs.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods on solid surfaces.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment in designated areas.
• Ability to work in a non‑climate controlled environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $74,600.00 – $107,400.00. Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution; 401(k) retirement plan with company match; generous mental health support services; legal services; virtual physical therapy access; and fertility & family forming benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the 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 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.