Inventory Lead

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 nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.

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.

Job Description

The Inventory Lead supports the team in achieving company objectives through effective materials management. This role serves as the first point of escalation for WCML needs during team working hours and acts as the subject matter expert for demand analysis, procurement signals, system transactions, and procedures, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely production support.

What you'll do

• Maintain clean, organized, and clearly labeled WCML areas in alignment with 5S and EHS expectations
• Ensure compliance with CFS Hazardous Material Storage plans and maintain SDS records for incoming consumables
• Receive, verify, and process incoming indirect materials (including inventory transfers between locations (e.g., CFS1, Ayer)
• Prepare and maintain records of receipts, shortages, expenditures, and goods issued to production
• Lead WCML stocking, replenishment, and Kanban activities to ensure indirect materials are available to every production line
• Monitor inventory integrity-ensure accurate part counts, correct locations, and timely replenishment. Research and correct inventory inaccuracies in Odoo; perform adjustments when necessary in alignment with Finance/ERP rules
• Drive space planning and organization of WCML areas to maximize accessibility and minimize stock outs on the production line
• Lead cycle counts for indirect materials; reconcile discrepancies and communicate results to Finance/ERP
• Lead the WCML team in daily inventory operations; assign work, track progress, and maintain service-level commitments to the lines
• Train new team members on established WCML processes, 5S, labeling standards, and Odoo transaction accuracy
• Partner with CI/Lean teams to identify and execute process improvements
• Operate material handling equipment (including pallet jack, forklift, reach truck, or order picker)

What we're looking for

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 1+ years experience in Inventory Control
• Minimum of 1 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

Bonus points for

• Bachelor's Degree
• Team leadership experience

Must-have requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Perform activities such as stooping, 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

$40 - $65 an hour

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 include:

• Competitive compensation with equity
• 12.5 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

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.

This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, "Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.