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Manufacturing Specialist - Third Shift

Commonwealth Fusion Systems LLC, Oklahoma City, OK, United States


About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we’re working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Manufacturing Specialist

The Manufacturing Specialist is responsible for supporting implementation of production process improvements and manufacturing efficiency improvements. This role works collaboratively with the manufacturing and equipment engineering teams to identify, implement, and track the performance of equipment and process improvement activities to reduce equipment downtime and improve quality rates. The Manufacturing Specialist will also be the first tier of engineering support for production. The purpose of this role is to help the production team shorten the timeline to SPARC.

Hours: 10:00 pm - 6:30 am

Rate of pay: $30 - $43 per hour + 15% differential

What you'll do:

Brainstorm, trial, and implement continuous improvement projects to reduce build hours & defects

Work within a multi-disciplinary team of manufacturing engineers, equipment engineers, and technicians to develop and qualify new manufacturing techniques and processes

Document manufacturing systems downtime for frequency and duration. Troubleshoot and resolve downtime with a focus on continuous improvement

Design, build, and commission electromechanical equipment and tooling for process and/or efficiency improvements

Write and update process work instructions

Troubleshoot and resolve nonconformances and production blockers

Perform R&D and prototype hardware builds with minimal documentation and oversight. Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, and hand tools

What we’re looking for:

Minimum of 6 years’ experience with a variety of technical skills such as mechanical and electrical assembly

Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment

Efficient use of hand tools

Electro‑mechanical system troubleshooting

Proficiency with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio

Commitment to safety and quality

Ability to identify business/process improvement opportunities and communicate them to team and management

Can create and monitor team performance metrics

Desire to work and contribute in a fast‑paced, startup environment with daily changes

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills

Bonus points for:

Associate degree in Engineering related field or higher

Experience with lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma principles

Experience with manufacturing equipment development

Electro‑mechanical system design

Electro‑mechanical system maintenance

Ability to represent the Company in a positive and professional manner at all times

Must-have Requirements:

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

Perform activities such as stooping, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time

Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics

Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on‑call occasionally

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$30 - $43 an hour

Salary range for this full‑time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include:

Competitive compensation with equity

13 Company‑wide Holidays

Flexible vacation days

10 sick days

Generous parental leave policy

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Professional growth opportunities

Team‑building activities

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At CFS, we excel in fast‑paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self‑critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission‑driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws”). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.

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