About this role
<div> <div> <p><span>Overview</span></p> <p><span>Lead third shift sub assembly manufacturing operations responsible for producing repeatable, high-quality cell packages that support FuelCell Energy module builds. Ensure safety, quality, throughput, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved while maintaining standard work, process discipline, and team accountability to support a successful production ramp. Serve as the primary operations leader on third shift, driving execution, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring effective communication and handoff to off-shift leadership.</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>The Third Shift Sub Assembly Supervisor is a key front-line leadership role responsible for translating production goals into safe, efficient, and repeatable execution on the shop floor during off-shift hours. This position has a direct impact on delivery performance, product quality, workforce development, and continuous improvement within a critical manufacturing value stream at FuelCell Energy.</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Key Responsibilities</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Operations & Production</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Own daily third shift production execution for sub assembly operations, including catalyst loading, bi-polar plate stuffing, unitizing anodes and cathodes, CMM measurement, final inspection, and related in-process activities as applicable to the department</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Drive schedule attainment and on-time completion of work orders to support downstream operations and customer delivery commitments</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Manage throughput, labor utilization, scrap, rework, and equipment uptime; identify and remove bottlenecks using lean manufacturing tools and root cause problem solving</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Maintain production floor discipline through 6S, standard work, visual management, clear communication, and daily accountability for safety, quality, and output, including effective shift handoff to incoming leadership</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>People Leadership</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Directly supervise third shift sub assembly operators and coordinate daily staffing, work assignments, and labor priorities to meet production demand</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Interview candidates, assess fit for the role and team, and make recommendations or decisions on new hires in partnership with management and human resources to support staffing needs.</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Develop team capability through hands-on training, cross-training, coaching, skills progression, and reinforcement of work instructions and process expectations</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Lead employee performance management, coaching, attendance follow-up, corrective action, and consistent enforcement of company policies, safety rules, and workplace standards</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Quality & Process Control</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Ensure operators follow work instructions, OCP’s, inspection requirements, and process controls to produce finished cell packages that meet assembly, dimensional, and workmanship standards</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Own response to nonconforming product on the floor, coordinate containment activities, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce repeat issues</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Monitor process performance, scrap trends, assembly defects, and workmanship issues, partnering with quality and engineering to improve consistency, yield, and process capability</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Engineering Collaboration</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Partner with manufacturing, quality, and design engineering on process improvements, equipment needs, tooling changes, and manufacturability feedback</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Support product and process trials on the floor, including validation of new methods, updated work instructions, and operator readiness for production changes</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Provide operational input for equipment commissioning, maintenance priorities, and layout improvements that enhance safety, flow, and productivity</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>EHS & Compliance</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing PPE requirements, safe equipment operation, material handling rules, and compliance with site EHS procedures</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Ensure timely reporting and follow-up of safety incidents, near misses, and corrective actions while reinforcing a zero-incident culture</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Metrics & Reporting</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Track and report key performance indicators including schedule attainment, labor efficiency, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, attendance, and equipment uptime</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Communicate daily performance results, staffing concerns, material constraints, and escalation items to leadership and cross-functional partners, including clear handoff of third shift status, issues, and priorities to the next shift</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Qualifications</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Required</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>High school diploma or GED required; associate degree, technical certification, or trade school training in manufacturing or a related field is a plus</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably supporting sub assembly, cell package assembly, inspection, or related mechanical assembly operations</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Ability to read and interpret work instructions, OCP’s, bills of material, and inspection criteria</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Demonstrated ability to lead teams, prioritize work, solve production problems, and drive results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost, with the judgment to make sound decisions independently on off-shift</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Working knowledge of lean manufacturing tools such as 6S, standard work, visual management, and root cause problem solving; basic proficiency in Microsoft Office required</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span> </span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Preferred</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience in a manufacturing environment supporting mechanical assembly or similar production operations</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience with ERP or production tracking systems and the use of production metrics to manage daily performance</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience supporting new product introductions, process changes, or equipment implementation in a production setting</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Prior experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong expectations for accountability, training, and continuous improvement</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li> <p><span>Experience interviewing manufacturing candidates, making hiring decisions, training new employees, and coaching team members to performance expectations</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div>