Component Cleaning & Prep Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 2–3 cleaning technicians, assigning daily tasks and managing throughput to meet production demands.
• Act as the primary onsite trainer for chemical safety, contamination control, and hardware handling techniques.
• Author Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various cleaning modalities, including immersion baths and manual wipe-down protocols.
• Assist in the selection, commissioning, and validation of specialized cleaning equipment such as ultrasonic baths and chemical stations.
• Partner with Material and Inventory Coordinators to ensure all material movements are accurately logged in the ERP system.
• Research and implement component-cleaning standards and workflow layouts based on industry best practices.
• Manage the safe handling, storage, and disposal of cleaning solvents and hazardous waste in compliance with safety guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience managing industrial parts-cleaning operations within a manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive environment.
• Proven team leadership or supervisory experience on a manufacturing floor.
• Deep knowledge of cleaning methodologies including solvent cleaning, aqueous degreasing, and ultrasonic cleaning.
• Functional understanding of ERP systems (e.g., Odoo, SAP, or Oracle).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical activities such as standing, climbing, and sitting for extended periods.
• Strong dedication to safety protocols regarding chemical agents and hazardous waste.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or technical certifications in industrial chemistry, materials science, or manufacturing technology.
• Strong technical training skills and ability to explain complex constraints to non-technical team members.
• Proficiency with MS Office or G-Suite for drafting procedural checklists.
• Experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.

About the Company

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. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.