Operations Planner - Contract

About the role

Join the power movement as an Operations Planner at Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS). CFS is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy, combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies to design and build commercially viable fusion power plants. We're also working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

Responsibilities

• Interface between Suppliers, Supply Chain and Manufacturing to align schedules and resources for critical path items
• Translate Engineering bills of materials into actionable planning signals for the Supply Chain and Production teams
• Monitor and report supply risk mitigation strategies to internal customers on a continuous basis
• Identify and clearly communicate schedule blockers and their impacts
• Manage full product lifecycle demand and supply planning signals, with an emphasis on the transition from development to production
• Negotiate internally & externally to ensure resources are appropriately allocated
• Create tools and innovate planning processes to help the supply chain operate more efficiently

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or Finance
• 3+ years in Manufacturing, Planning, or Supply Chain
• Experience translating Engineering designs into demand and supply plans
• Strong understanding of ERP and MRP systems
• Strong computer skills with MS Office or G-Suite applications
• General understanding of quality system functionality
• Strong relationship building skills, and the ability to interact and work effectively with many levels of personnel and suppliers

Qualifications

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
• Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally

Skills

• Master’s Degree
• Start-up or high growth environment experience
• Experience with resource allocation
• Creating and maintaining master schedules
• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation package
• Health and wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

$30 - $42 per hour

Schedule

This is a contract position.