Vice President of Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee all manufacturing operations to ensure they meet the company's quality standards and customer requirements. Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives. Optimize production processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Planning and Execution: Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company’s overall objective. Lead long-term operational planning and budgeting. Identify and mitigate risks associated with operational activities.
• Team Leadership: Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing operations team. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Technology Integration: Ensure the integration of new technologies into existing processes without disrupting operations. Collaborate with the R&D and IT departments to implement and manage technological advancements.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality control procedures. Implement and maintain robust quality assurance programs. Address and resolve any operational issues that affect product quality or regulatory compliance.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage the operations budget. Monitor operational expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities. Report on operational performance and financial metrics to the executive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• Proven experience in a senior operational role within the tough tech manufacturing industry, with a demonstrated track record in leading plant operations, driving Manufacturing Centers of Excellence (CoE), and overseeing large teams across multiple shifts.
• Deep expertise in manufacturing processes, Lean principles, and quality management systems, with hands-on experience in scaling best practices across manufacturing plants and integrating them into a center of excellence framework to standardize operations, improve efficiency, and accelerate innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performance teams across diverse functional areas, fostering a culture of collaboration, safety and accountability.
• Experience with technology integration and advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Strong background in strategic planning, process engineering, and implementing continuous improvement programs (such as Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma) at a global or multi-plant level.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and financial performance.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Pay

$275,000 - $375,000 a year

Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience.

The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with equity
• 13 Company-wide Holidays
• Flexible vacation days
• 10 sick days
• Generous parental leave policy
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Professional growth opportunities
• Team-building activities

About the Role

Join the power movement as a Vice President of Manufacturing at Commonwealth Fusion Systems. Our mission is to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy through innovative research, top talent, and new technologies. We’re committed to building a sustainable energy industry and are seeking a leader who can drive our manufacturing processes to excellence.