Inventory Lead - Second Shift

About Commonwealth Fusion Systems: 

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future. 

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team. 

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

As a lead on the inventory team this leader is responsible for assisting the team in meeting company

objectives through warehouse and materials management. This role will be the first escalation point

for Inventory requests during 2nd shift (1pm through 9:30pm) and the subject matter expert in all

systematic inventory procedures.

• Obey and enforce all CFS Safety guidelines and policies in the warehouse; correct any unsafe conditions or behaviors while maintaining a clean work environment
• Receive and verify purchase orders, inventory transfers, and stock items appropriately
• Lead team in all inventory related activities
• Monitor and control inventory integrity; resolve problems in a timely manner
• Lead team in completing cycle counts and reconciliations
• Collaborate with management to allocate workforce resources to complete assignments and achieve deadlines
• Identify and execute 5S improvements
• Research and correct inventory inaccuracies and perform inventory adjustments where necessary
• Prepare and maintain records of inventories, shortages, shipments, expenditures, and goods used or issued
• Track and report non-conforming parts
• Identify, document and quarantine damaged products
• Assist the safety team in maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets for incoming materials
• Ensure compliance with CFS Hazardous Material storage plans
• Execute incoming inspection of components in coordination with the CFS Quality Assurance and Quality Control team
• Ability to operate various Material Handling Equipment and obtain a DOT License
• Supervise Inventory Specialists

• High School Diploma (or equivalent), Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• 1+ years experience in Inventory Control
• Minimum of 3 years experience in ERP functionality
• Experience in a start-up or high growth environment
• Experience in manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in Inventory Control processes
• Experience with Warehouse Operations
• Inventory Management skills
• Strong computer skills with MS office or G-Suite applications (including Excel)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Inventory & warehousing operational knowledge
• Customer service excellence

• Previous team lead experience
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Perform activities such as stopping, typing, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time
• 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
• Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
• #LI-Onsite

At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.