Quality Assurance Department Manager

Idaho National Laboratory • Idaho Falls, ID

4h • $107,844 - $274,980 • Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Quality Assurance Department Manager to work in our Environment, Safety, Health and Quality department. Our team works a 4x10 onsite schedule located out of our Advanced Test Reactor facility with every Friday off. You will report to the Quality Director and ATR Safety and Compliance Director and lead the multi-discipline Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) Quality Department.

Requirements

• Three years of management or supervisory experience along with four years of nuclear experience.
• The following clarify what may qualify as nuclear experience: Nuclear experience is defined as, “experience acquired at nuclear reactor (commercial, production, training, test, military, or research reactors) and includes experience acquired in reactor facility startup activities or operation".
• Experience in design, construction, maintenance, or related technical services that are job-related (e.g., radiation protection, radiochemistry, preoperational test engineer, safety and health, quality) may be considered.
• Appropriate research, or teaching, or both may be counted as nuclear experience.
• One year of experience at any type of power plant (e.g., gas, coal) may be counted as nuclear experience.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
• Bachelor of Science
• In lieu of a Bachelor of Science: candidates with the following education/experience combinations will be considered. (2) years of job-related experience and 80 credit hours of education in appropriate technical subjects relevant to the position may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Candidates may be asked to provide transcript copies prior to be selected for interview.

Responsibilities

• Lead the multi-discipline Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) Quality Department.
• Manage hiring actions for team vacancies; Construct team members’ performance and development plans; Evaluate and address team members’ performance and development and ensure Quality Engineer and Inspector responsibilities are planned, performed, and verified observing INL policy.
• Assign, direct, and track work of Quality Engineers and Inspectors at ATR.
• Collaborate with the ATR Safety and Compliance Division Director and the appropriate Home Organization Quality Director/Manager to develop strategic goals and tactical implementation plans/procedures. Track progress toward goals and report metrics, milestones, and accomplishments
• Plan and manage resources, including the department’s budget, equipment, and supplies.
• Implement Quality programs and procedures at ATR per PDD-13000, “Quality Assurance Program Description”+ and SD-23.1.1, "S&C Roles and Responsibilities for ATR Programs."; Provide technical support to ATR line organizations; Interface with customers; act as spokesperson.
• Maintain proficiency in Quality Management processes and proficiency in either Quality Engineering or Advanced Nondestructive Examination (e.g., Level III).
• Ensure all operations are performed safely and per approved published policies, procedures, and manuals.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager