Manager of Shop Operations (MSO) - Tubing

Job Description Summary
The Manager of Shop Operations (MSO) - Tubing is the leader of the multi-shift Tubing value stream in Fuel Component Operations (FCO) shop. This leader is part of the senior management team and manages the manufacturing process of Tubing production for nuclear fuel bundles. In close partnership with FCO safety, quality and technical teams, the MSO will provide strategic focus and leadership for FCO Tubing fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role supports in the planning, directing, coordinating, and overseeing all the aspects of the operations activities.

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities: include but are not limited to

• 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.
• Manage Tubing operation in Fuels Component Operations to meet defined targets in safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Manage supervision team directly and provide guidance to other members of the team that support operation. Support the development of manufacturing operations and leadership talent and depth.
• 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.
• Optimize Shop Operations through Lean Manufacturing Principles. Support lean events in and outside tubing value stream. Manage daily Gemba walk and SQDC boards. Promote respect, open communications, enthusiasm, and motivation to ensure employee engagement in the Lean.
• Drive continuous improvement 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 other members of the leadership team and support organizations to collectively meet GNF goals.
• Interface with customers, regulators, and suppliers as needed.
• Partner with other members of the team to research, audit and resolve discrepancies related to safety, quality, and missed production.
• Earn building manager certification for FCO and/or other position(s) in the Emergency Organization (EO) within 12 months of starting the role.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, and training of new staff members
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university (or verified equivalent) plus seven (7) 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 support off-shifts and weekends, as required
• 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.
• Proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook).

Desired Characteristics

• Minimum of 1 year experience in nuclear operations.
• BS/BA in a technical field.
• Nuclear plant operations or services 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.
• 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