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As a leading clean energy technology company, we're helping businesses, communities, utilities, and data centers meet growing energy demands with reliable, always-on power solutions.\nWith nearly a gigawatt of fuel cell platforms deployed worldwide, we're accelerating the transition to a more resilient energy future. Join a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry pioneers who are tackling some of the world's most complex energy challenges while shaping the next generation of sustainable power.\nYour work here won't just power facilities. It will help power the future.\nThe pay for this position ranges from $37.62 - $37.62.\nResponsibilities: \nLead first-shift cathode manufacturing operations to produce repeatable, high-quality components that support FuelCell Energy production. The Supervisor is accountable for safe daily execution, schedule attainment, quality, throughput, delivery, cost, standard work, process discipline, workforce development, and effective coordination with supporting functions and downstream operations.\nOwn daily first-shift production execution for cathode operations, including sintering nickel powder, furnace operations, CNC milling, electrolyte mixing, and related in-process activities applicable to the department.\nDrive schedule attainment and timely completion of work orders to support downstream operations and customer delivery commitments.\nDirectly supervise cathode operators; establish daily staffing, work assignments, labor priorities, break coverage, and escalation plans based on production demand.\nManage throughput, labor utilization, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, and equipment uptime; identify and remove bottlenecks through lean methods and root cause problem solving.\nMaintain production-floor discipline through 6S, standard work, visual management, clear tiered communication, and daily accountability for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.\nEnsure operators follow work instructions, OCPs, inspection requirements, process controls, and production-reporting requirements.\nLead containment of nonconforming product and partner with Quality and Engineering on root cause analysis, corrective actions, defect reduction, process capability, and yield improvement.\nPartner with Manufacturing, Quality, Design Engineering, Maintenance, Materials, and Planning on process improvements, equipment priorities, tooling changes, material constraints, and manufacturability feedback.\nSupport product and process trials, equipment commissioning, updated work instructions, layout improvements, and operator readiness for production changes.\nDevelop team capability through hands-on training, cross-training, coaching, skills progression, and verification of operator proficiency.\nInterview candidates and make hiring recommendations or decisions in partnership with management and Human Resources; onboard new employees and reinforce performance expectations.\nManage employee performance, attendance follow-up, timekeeping approval, performance reviews, coaching, corrective action, and consistent enforcement of company policies and workplace standards.\nEnforce PPE, safe equipment operation, material-handling requirements, and site EHS procedures; ensure timely reporting and follow-up of incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.\nProvide clear shift handoffs and coordinate priorities with off-shift supervision to maintain continuity of production, equipment status, quality containment, and material flow.\nTrack and communicate schedule attainment, labor efficiency, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, attendance, equipment uptime, staffing concerns, material constraints, and escalation items.\nPerform other duties as assigned by management.\nQualifications:\nEducation: High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree, technical certification, or trade-school training in manufacturing or a related field is preferred.\nExperience: Minimum of three years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably supporting powder processing, furnace operations, CNC machining, chemical mixing, or related process-based production operations.\nCandidate must have:\nDemonstrated ability to lead manufacturing teams, prioritize work, solve production problems, and deliver results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.\nAbility to read and interpret work instructions, OCPs, bills of material, production schedules, and inspection criteria.\nExperience developing employees through training, cross-training, coaching, performance reviews, and corrective action.\nWorking knowledge of lean manufacturing tools, including 6S, standard work, visual management, Kanban, and root cause problem solving such as 5 Why.\nStrong quality orientation, attention to detail, and experience responding to nonconforming material and process defects.\nStrong communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and cross-functional coordination skills.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining clear accountability and timely escalation.\nBasic proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP, MES, or production-tracking systems is preferred.\nExperience supporting new-product introductions, process changes, equipment implementation, or production ramp-up is preferred.\nExperience interviewing manufacturing candidates, onboarding new employees, and making hiring recommendations or decisions is preferred.\nWork Environment / Physical Requirements\nAble to move effectively and timely in and around 70,000+ square foot cement floored manufacturing facility\nAble to move effectively and timely between external office buildings\nBe able and willing to wear required personal protective equipment as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and other PPE as required\nMust be able to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment\nAbility to travel to vendor locations as required\nMust be willing and able to work periods of extended shifts, typically but not limited to 10 hours in duration during critical work evolutions.\nOccasional work in a lift truck to heights of up to 30 feet above the ground may be required.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nFuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.\nWe offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.\nThe successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.\nFuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to  or contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.\nNOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days.\nNo agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.\nFor more information about FuelCell Energy and our available openings, please visit our website: https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers\nWe thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. 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