Welding Team Lead (Day Shift)

Bloom Energy • Newark, DE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Bloom Energy, we are dedicated to creating a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy. We are a leader in the global energy transition, providing innovative solutions for critical industries. Our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are transforming power generation for data centers, hospitals, electric grids, and manufacturing facilities. With a significant global deployment of our fuel cell modules, we are a trusted partner for major companies. Our solutions offer unparalleled "time-to-power" capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, addressing the growing challenges of energy demand and scarcity. We foster a collaborative environment that encourages bold thinking and relentless innovation to build a brighter, more sustainable future. We are seeking a Welding Team Lead (Day Shift) to join our team and contribute to exciting technological advancements. This role reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and is based in Newark, DE. It is a fully on-site position.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• 2-5 years Tungsten inert gas welding and pulse welding experience is required.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated leadership skills to motivate and lead teams.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly motivated self-starter and team player.
• Must demonstrate safe work practices and attention to detail.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing terminology and principles.
• Experience creating standardized work.
• Experience completing station audits.
• Experience creating Yamazumi and production line set up.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Must be flexible to work fluctuating schedules if needed.
• Demonstrates competency in written and verbal English communications to understand safety protocols, hazard communications, and standard operational procedures (SOPs).

Nice To Haves

• AA degree preferred.
• Experience completing process technician responsibilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain on-the-floor manufacturing activities, ensuring safe performance in accordance with EHS policies and procedures.
• Ensure all quality requirements are met and that team members adhere to them daily.
• Provide hands-on welding support for manufacturing areas and engineering projects.
• Answer technical and welding questions as they arise and assist in maintaining and restoring process flow.
• Perform Oracle transactions and IOTs for material movement between plants and processes.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory management.
• Create, document, and sustain standardized work practices.
• Train and mentor welding team members using a hands-on approach to ensure they learn required troubleshooting techniques.
• Report and attendance, quality, or performance issues to the Manufacturing Supervisor.
• Manage the welding and assembly team from a process standpoint and communicate issues with the supervisor/manager.
• Identify non-value-added waste within the manufacturing process and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Assist in the creation of Yamazumi and in production line setup.
• Oversee all rework components needed for Unishell and Hotbox production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.
• Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED