Manager of Shop Operations (MSO) - Powder Production

Job Description Summary
The Manager of Shop Operations (MSO) - Powder Production is the area leader of a multi-functional team that operates 24/7 and is responsible for key portions of the Fuel Manufacturing Operations (FMO) manufacturing of nuclear fuel for commercial nuclear power plants. In close partnership with FMO's safety, quality, and technical teams, the MSO will provide strategic focus and leadership for FMO's Powder Production and Shop Support teams, processes, and equipment. The MSO is responsible for all shift operations in accordance with variable product schedule requirements, specified quality requirements, and strict EHS requirements. Additional responsibilities include interface with suppliers, partners, regulators, and potential customers. The MSO will hold primary Area Manager responsibilities for Dry Conversion Process (DCP) and Shop Support areas and will hold positions in the Emergency Response Organization (ERO).

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

In this role, you are accountable for a safe and compliant workplace, a strong product quality culture, and overall manufacturing operations. Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Be fully compliant with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Special Nuclear Material (SNM) license per 10CFR Part 70. Qualify as area manager after adequate training period; assure performance of integrated safety analyses for FMO product lines.
• Lead a strong nuclear safety and EHS compliance culture with emphasis on employee involvement. Ensure work tasks are performed in accordance with current regulatory guides and industry standards.
• Lead a strong quality culture compliant to the Quality Management System. Support nuclear energy safety and quality requirements, including participation in Wilmington Safety Review Council (WSRC) reviews, initiating and responding to Condition Reports, etc.
• Achieve production and budget commitments with superior product quality and high customer satisfaction.
• Plan, organize, and manage delivery of production. Ensure sufficient capacity exists to achieve all customer commitments. Support product line upgrade projects and equipment support work.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and Human Performance (HU) processes. Ensure ongoing evolution of observation programs and training plans to maximize workforce capability. Be a visible leader and participant for a robust observation program.
• Promote a working environment that encourages employee involvement to achieve excellence in compliance, nuclear safety, EHS, customer service, quality, and productivity.
• Champion positive employee relations. Schedule and conduct roundtable meetings; foster employee engagement and ensure that operational goals are effectively communicated to employees.
• Drive operations team towards execution of business goals. Monitor & improve cost productivity.
• Effectively interface with support organizations to collectively meet FMO goals.
• Support the development of manufacturing operations and leadership talent and depth.
• Interface with customers, regulators, and suppliers as needed.
• Promote team morale, diversity, involvement/ownership, operational skills, and quality at the source (QATS).
• Qualify for and maintain Interim Emergency Director (IED) and/or other position(s) in the Emergency Organization (EO) within 12 months of starting the role.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university (or verified equivalent) plus five (5) years of supervisory or technical experience in a nuclear, manufacturing, operations, military, or other technical field. Of that experience, at least one (1) year of experience must be in a supervisory/managerial position.

OR

• Associate degree from a regionally accredited college/university (or verified equivalent) plus ten (10) years of supervisory or technical experience in a nuclear, manufacturing, operations, military, or other technical field. Of that experience, at least three (3) years of experience must be in a supervisory/managerial position.

OR

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) plus twenty (20) years of supervisory or technical experience in a nuclear, manufacturing, operations, military, or other technical field. Of that experience, at least five (5) years of experience must be in a supervisory/managerial position.

Eligibility Requirements

• Ability and willingness to cover off-shifts, as the manager of a continuous rotation operation.
• Ability to wear protective clothing and a respirator in accordance with site requirements.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times during the day. Ability to climb stairs, move around and under manufacturing equipment. Ability to use computers.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
• Must be 18 years or older and have legal authorization to work in the United States.

Desired Characteristics

• Minimum of 1 year experience in nuclear operations.
• BS/BA in a technical field.
• Nuclear plant operations or services experience.
• Mechanical or ceramics engineering experience.
• Chemical plant operations experience.
• Knowledge of nuclear fuel manufacturing.
• Experience working in Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulated environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and proven track record of implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and develop others to do the same.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and deploy strategy in the form of simple priorities through a layered organization.
• Experience with production planning and control, long range forecasting, and demand planning.
• Ability to interpret engineering documentation, such as P & IDs.
• Experience in manufacturing or nuclear procedure and training development.
• Proven ability to create real and positive change.
• Proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook).
• Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing certification.
• GE Program graduate, e.g., OMLP, EEDP (GE employees only).

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes