Infrastructure Quality Manager

Consolidated Nuclear Security•Oak Ridge, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Infrastructure Quality Manager must have demonstrated successful experience in working to ensure implementation of defined quality assurance and infrastructure requirements for nuclear facilities and applicable non-nuclear facilities. The position interacts with Y-12 Infrastructure, Facilities, Operations, and Construction organizations to ensure quality requirements compliance and to understand, address, and resolve issues related to quality. Individual will manage Quality personnel supporting Y-12 Storage Areas, Work Order reviews, Infrastructure and Operations work activities, ASTM B31 inspections, and Quality Control Engineering inspections for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree: Minimum 7 years of relevant experience OR 15 or more years of education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years-of-experience requirements for this posting
In addition, the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., High School diploma and 3 years nuclear experience; or a DOE O 426.2A alternative).
Knowledge of NQA-1 requirements
Knowledge of Commercial Grade Dedication and Safety Systems
Ability to meet medical requirement to wear respirator and work in hazard-designated area
Knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and SharePoint
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and/or Qualification as B31 examiner
Knowledge and experience as a Quality Control Engineer for inspections
BS in an Engineering/Science discipline
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and functions that impact the quality management system
Working knowledge of, or experience with the development of, specifications, drawings, material requisitions, services requisitions, purchase orders, subcontracts, and interfacing with suppliers
Knowledge of the application of corrective actions for conditions adverse to quality
Knowledge of the application of non-conformance and deficiency reports for nonconforming or deficient items
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and functions that impact the QA program
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to work independently
Intermediate to advanced level technical knowledge in the application of engineering, construction, testing, maintenance, or operations practices sufficient to comprehend associated quality requirements
Intermediate to advanced knowledge/skills in analyzing information, reporting results, promoting process improvement and a quality culture, quality engineering, conducting statistical analysis and applying statistical analysis methods, critical thinking, and problem solving techniques
Nuclear grade construction experience
Specialized courses in inspection, engineering, technical, or quality assurance disciplines

Responsibilities

Ensures use of principles and requirements driven by the NNSA (e.g., DOE O 414.1E, NAP-401.1A, NQA-1, etc.) and by internal requirements
Handles personnel matters associated with direct reports
Conducts hiring activities, evaluates performance, coaches, counsels, rewards, and disciplines employees, as appropriate
Identifies department resources to accomplish assigned tasks, including defining skills development training needs and identifying budget needs for personnel in the organization
Ensures quality training and time approval is completed in support of the organizational activities
Provides technical assistance for procedures, acquisitions, and infrastructure work activities
Plans and coordinates work execution in accordance with all applicable quality procedures and requirements
Supports plant site Operations, Infrastructure and Maintenance, Procurement, and Construction to achieve mission delivery
Leads or participates in QA oversight, such as audits, assessments, inspections, and surveillances
Identifies and recommends to management areas to be assessed based on risk analysis and performance indicators
Supports Y-12 personnel by providing assistance in the interpretation and implementation of quality requirements
Participates in tier meetings, as necessary, to ensure information is communicated or escalated as appropriate
Represents the Quality group in plant or work team meetings
Makes technical decisions on the applicability of quality requirements
Provides assistance with the communication and resolution of non-conformances and quality conditions
Collects and analyzes metrics associated with the Quality work activities
Coordinates with personnel and management from other organizations
Interfaces with internal and external customers to assist in the implementation of customer defined requirements, schedules, and expectations
Contributes to the Quality organizational performance in achieving and exceeding established goals and expectations