Field Assembly Manager

Commonwealth Fusion Systems•Devens, MA

1d•$141,000 - $215,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Assembly Manager leads and coordinates overnight assembly operations supporting the development and production of a first-of-its-kind fusion tokamak. The role provides hands-on leadership to a highly skilled workforce and oversees Millwright, Welding, and Electrical union trades. The manager ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering requirements, quality standards, production schedules, and established work instructions. Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Safety, Supply Chain, and day-shift leadership, the Field Assembly Manager coordinates skilled trades, resources, and work sequencing. The position calls for a visible production-floor leader who can make real-time decisions, remove obstacles, and support work in an environment where processes are continually developed, refined, and improved.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in a complex manufacturing, assembly, construction, or industrial environment.
Strong understanding of mechanical, welding, electrical, and industrial assembly processes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Strong understanding of industrial safety practices, including Lockout/Tagout.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stoop, climb, type, and stand or sit for extended periods.
Ability to work in a facility with industrial hazards, including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics.
Willingness to travel or work required nights, weekends, or on-call occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience will be considered.
Previous supervisory or leadership experience managing skilled trades.
Experience working with unionized workforces.
Experience in a high-precision or highly engineered manufacturing environment.
Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement methodologies.
Strong computer skills and experience with ERP, MES, scheduling, or production-management systems.

Responsibilities

Lead assembly operations supporting tokamak construction and integration.
Directly supervise and coordinate Millwright, Welding, and Electrical union activities.
Set shift priorities based on the production schedule and critical-path activities; ensure work is staffed, sequenced, and completed toward daily and weekly objectives.
Monitor production progress and address delays, constraints, and resource issues.
Conduct shift-start meetings to communicate priorities, safety concerns, schedule requirements, and scope changes.
Maintain communication and handoffs between day and night shifts; provide detailed shift reports covering progress, issues, downtime, quality concerns, and outstanding work.
Coordinate work across trades, resolve conflicts, and set priorities when activities compete for resources or workspace.
Work with union leadership and shop stewards to support effective execution and positive labor relationships.
Ensure employees receive work appropriate to their trade, qualifications, and training, and that work areas are prepared before work is released.
Coordinate equipment, tooling, materials, permits, and technical information needed for assigned work.
Supervise high-precision mechanical, electrical, structural, and welded tokamak assembly activities.
Ensure assembly follows engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and approved work instructions.
Coordinate installation and integration of complex components, systems, and subsystems.
Work with Engineering to clarify drawings, specifications, procedures, or field conditions; identify installation issues and escalate technical problems.
Support development and continuous improvement of assembly processes and standard work.
Maintain configuration control and prevent unauthorized modifications to engineered systems.