Manufacturing Team Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $23.66 - $34.04
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Bloom Energy is a pioneering clean energy company dedicated to revolutionizing how the world generates and consumes power. With over 20 years of experience, the company has established itself as a frontrunner in the global energy transition by developing innovative solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies. These breakthrough technologies enable the delivery of clean, reliable, and affordable energy solutions to a broad spectrum of industries including data centers, hospitals, utilities, and manufacturing facilities. Bloom Energy has deployed more than 30,000 fuel cell modules worldwide and partnered with numerous Fortune 100 companies, establishing itself as a trusted innovator in the energy sector. The company thrives on bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and relentless innovation to address the urgent challenges posed by increasing energy demand and scarcity, aiming to create a sustainable future for all.

The Manufacturing Team Lead role at Bloom Energy, based in Fremont, CA, offers an exciting opportunity to be involved in one of today’s most advanced and impactful technologies. This is a full-time, on-site position with a work shift of Sunday to Tuesday, alternating Wednesdays, from 6pm to 6am. Reporting directly to the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Manufacturing Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations on the shop floor while ensuring strict compliance with safety (EHS) policies, quality standards, and efficient production processes. The role requires hands-on leadership to guide and mentor production team members, ensure material logistics using Oracle systems, manage inventory, conduct cycle counts, and maintain standardized work procedures. The Manufacturing Team Lead plays a critical role in optimizing company resources by identifying waste in manufacturing processes and recommending solutions for cost reduction.

This role demands a proactive, highly motivated individual with exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and high-quality performance within the team. Candidates with experience in lean manufacturing principles, creating standardized work, and conducting process audits will find this position particularly rewarding. Physical requirements include the ability to lift 15 pounds, manual dexterity, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Bloom Energy values diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. The compensation range for this role is $23.66 to $34.04 per hour, aligned with applicants’ skills and experience, and includes comprehensive company benefits.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma
  • Experience in manufacturing leadership or team lead roles preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively across functions
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Strong leadership and motivational skills
  • Understanding of safety and EHS policies
  • Ability to lift 15 pounds
  • Manual dexterity required
  • Willingness to wear personal protective equipment
  • Flexibility in work schedule
  • Attention to detail
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing
  • Experience in standardized work and audits preferred

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma required, AA degree preferred
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills to motivate and lead teams
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Highly motivated self-starter and team player
  • Knowledge of safe work practices with attention to detail
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing terminology and principles
  • Experience creating standardized work
  • Experience completing station audits
  • Preferred experience in process technician responsibilities
  • Flexibility to work fluctuating schedules

Job Duties

  • Maintain on-the-floor manufacturing activities ensuring safety and compliance with EHS policies
  • Ensure compliance with all quality requirements and daily adherence by team members
  • Manage Oracle transactions and IOTs for material movement between plants and processes
  • Provide updates on unit findings to engineering and manufacturing teams
  • Conduct cycle counts and manage inventory
  • Create, document, and sustain standardized work practices
  • Train and mentor technical team members with a hands-on approach
  • Report attendance, quality, or performance issues to the Manufacturing Supervisor
  • Manage the assembly team from a process perspective and communicate issues to supervisors or managers
  • Identify non-value added waste within manufacturing and recommend cost-effective solutions
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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