SRTE - Institutional Quality Manager - Aiken, United States - Savannah River Nuclear Solutions

Description

07-May-2024

SRTE - Institutional Quality Manager

National Nuclear Security Administration

9297BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.

The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

What You'll Do in This Position

Provide the leadership and direction for the Quality Engineering oversight activities within the division. Manage the initial and continued implementation
of and compliance with the company's QA Program (DOE Order 5700.6C) within the division. Provide the leadership and guidance for the quality
engineering function to provide assistance and direction to the division line organizations in the identification and implementation of the QA
requirements appropriate for the task or activity. Directly or indirectly support company/division missions and management objectives regarding the
protection of National Security and Public Health & Safety through compliance to DOE Rules and Orders and National Codes and Standards as related
to the nuclear production industry and environmental fields in the area of waste management environmental protection and nuclear process.
Safety is a primary responsibility in each job performed. Obtain safety training, obey safety rules, and make safety an integral part of each task.
Take the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or will create an unsafe condition.
Manage personnel effectiveness through leadership, guidance and appropriate staffing and personnel actions within established limits. Provide
direction to the Quality Engineering Section regarding policy, management issues, and quality issues and operations. Staff the Section with the
appropriate technically qualified personnel to ensure the assigned tasks and responsibilities are complete in a competent and timely manner. Ensure
Section personnel are provided required training to maintain appropriate level of competence.
Establish Section priorities consistent with management direction and mission objectives to ensure tasks are completed within award fee and project
required completion dates.
Ensure division manager of Quality Assurance is informed of all potential quality related technical issues and personnel issues as appropriate.
Provide support, as appropriate, to the division manager of Quality Assurance for performing special assessments of division activities and for
periodic assessments to status the Division overall QA Program effectiveness, effecting continuous improvement to the Division's and company
programs and processes.
Effect corrective action for activities where conditions adverse to quality have been identified. Recommend the issuance of orders to stop work or
the further control operations or processing when conditions adverse to quality have been identified and immediate corrective action is required.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships and lines of communication with line and other interfacing organizations to support the
company Total Quality objectives.
Manage the review of procedures, drawings, instructions, procurement documents, etc. to ensure appropriate QA Program requirements are
included.
Provide assistance to DOE and other external organizations performing QA oversight of division activities.
Provide the direction for review of site and division level procedures for quality content and effective establishment of QA Program requirements.
Provide the direction for development and maintenance of internal procedures for implementing responsibilities and assigned duties of the division
Quality Assurance Department.
Perform performance appraisals of individual staff members and administer the salary and merit plan. Provide complimentary and constructive
feedback to individual staff members as appropriate.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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Qualifications We Require

High School Diploma, GED, or other equivalent State Credential

Other Qualifications

Ability to obtain and maintain a Q level security clearance.

Strong knowledge of NQA-1 requirements.

Qualifications We Desire

Four-year degree in engineering or a science-related field or equivalent experience,

Experience in Commercial, Nuclear, or other closely regulated or "high technology" QA assignment.

Nuclear related field experience desired.

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversite for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits

SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.

Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at , or by e-mail at

Job Expires

15-May-2024