Weekend Shift Sub Assembly Supervisor

FuelCell Energy

. Lead AWW 1 weekend shift sub assembly manufacturing operations .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeTorrington • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in manufacturing operations, focusing on production execution, team development, and compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in lean manufacturing principles and capable of driving process improvements and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supervisory ExperienceLean Manufacturing ToolsProduction ExecutionTeam DevelopmentKPI Tracking

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Hard Skills

Production ExecutionRoot Cause Problem Solving6SStandard WorkVisual ManagementCMM MeasurementFinal InspectionERP SystemsMechanical AssemblyProcess Controls

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipDecision MakingCommunicationCoachingProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeProduction Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Technical CertificationTrade School Training

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentSub Assembly OperationsSafety ComplianceQuality AssuranceNew Product Introductions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead AWW 1 weekend shift sub assembly manufacturing operations
Own production execution including catalyst loading, bi-polar plate stuffing, unitizing anodes and cathodes, CMM measurement, final inspection, and related in-process activities
Drive schedule attainment and on-time completion of work orders
Manage throughput, labor utilization, scrap, rework, and equipment uptime
Identify and remove bottlenecks using lean manufacturing tools and root cause problem solving
Maintain 6S, standard work, visual management, communication, and daily accountability for safety, quality, and output
Directly supervise weekend shift sub assembly operators and coordinate staffing, work assignments, and labor priorities
Interview candidates and make hiring recommendations or decisions with management and human resources
Develop team capability through training, cross-training, coaching, and skills progression
Lead performance management, attendance follow-up, corrective action, and policy enforcement
Ensure compliance with work instructions, OCP’s, inspection requirements, and process controls
Respond to nonconforming product and coordinate containment, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Partner with manufacturing, quality, and design engineering on process improvements, equipment needs, tooling changes, and manufacturability feedback
Support product and process trials, validation of new methods, updated work instructions, and operator readiness
Provide operational input for equipment commissioning, maintenance priorities, and layout improvements
Enforce PPE, safe equipment operation, material handling rules, and site EHS procedures
Report and follow up on safety incidents, near misses, and corrective actions
Track and report KPIs including schedule attainment, labor efficiency, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, attendance, and equipment uptime
Communicate performance results, staffing concerns, material constraints, escalations, and shift handoff priorities to leadership and cross-functional partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, OCP’s, bills of material, and inspection criteria
Ability to lead teams, prioritize work, solve production problems, and drive results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Judgment to make sound decisions independently on the weekend shift
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing tools such as 6S, standard work, visual management, and root cause problem solving
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office required
Successful completion of a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification
Associate degree, technical certification, or trade school training in manufacturing or a related field is a plus
Experience in a manufacturing environment supporting mechanical assembly or similar production operations preferred
Experience with ERP or production tracking systems preferred
Experience supporting new product introductions, process changes, or equipment implementation preferred
Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred
Experience interviewing manufacturing candidates, making hiring decisions, training new employees, and coaching team members preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company-paid life/disability insurance
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Generous paid leave
Competitive compensation package
Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation support