Value Stream Organization Specialist

Consolidated Nuclear Security•Oak Ridge, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Value Stream Organization (VSO) Specialist is a dynamic role based primarily within Y-12 Production facilities, working with all levels of a Capability Area (CA), from floor-level employees to directors. The specialist partners with CA leadership to identify and implement strategic continuous improvement initiatives and supports the Tiered Escalation process, 5S activities, and Plant Directed Research and Development (PDRD) projects. Improvement areas may include safety, security, digital modernization, mission delivery, and quality of life. The role interfaces with Y-12 support organizations including ES&H, Programs, Engineering, EP&C, Quality, and Security. It contributes to mission-critical initiatives involving senior-level engagement and creates and delivers presentations to management, including the Executive Leadership Team. The specialist is accountable to the VSO Specialist Manager and Production Integration Director for implementing initiatives, to assigned CA leadership for escalation tools and improvement priorities, and to CA employees for implementing improvements and improving productivity and quality of life.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience; or a master’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience; or a PhD with no experience required.
Twelve or more years of education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy the education and experience requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance applicants.
Candidates accepting an offer must pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation.
Employees may be subject to random drug testing.
Must be able to coordinate complex projects and initiatives.
Must communicate effectively across Production and support organizations.
Must have experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
Must be able to lead teams or groups without direct supervision.
Must exercise sound judgment while managing competing priorities.
Must have strong project management skills from development through implementation.
Must be able to generate and deliver high-level briefings to internal and external customers.
Must be able to work complex changes with an understanding of the ADKAR process.

Nice To Haves

Ten or more years of experience in a nuclear or high-hazard environment is strongly preferred.
Leadership or significant support experience in a nuclear facility.
Experience with data visualization software such as Tableau.
Extensive experience using Lean methodology or Black Belt certification.

Responsibilities

Integrate into CA tier meetings and take actions when appropriate.
Serve as the subject matter expert for the Tiered Escalation process and ensure proper communication throughout the CA.
Implement tactical improvements to mature the Tiered Escalation process.
Serve as the focal point for improvement activities in the assigned CA.
Participate in VSET activities and complete assigned actions.
Identify opportunities and work with teams to implement sustainable solutions.
Lead tactical digital modernization projects.
Facilitate the maturation of 5S activities within the CA.
Develop tools to visualize performance metrics and support data-driven decisions.
Establish consistency and alignment across the CA for communication and improvement efforts.
Coordinate complex initiatives that may directly affect customer goals.
Serve as an Action Officer for mission-critical or time-sensitive issues.
Demonstrate leadership and influence without authority within the assigned CA.
Respond to customer needs in real time while maintaining a customer-focused mindset.
Work with Production Integration Managers in support of the assigned CA.
Create and deliver presentations to management, including the Executive Leadership Team.