Quality Assurance Department Manager

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.

Responsibilities Include:

• 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related science* and Three years of management or supervisory experience along with Four years of nuclear experience.
  
  
  
  • * In lieu of a Bachelor of Science:
  • candidates with the following education/experience combinations will be considered. Candidates will be asked to provide transcript copies when selected for interview.
  • (2) years of job-related experience and 80 credit hours toward a bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related science
  • Or 10 years of job-related experience and an applicable associate's degree (60 credit hours)
  
  
  
  
• Nuclear experience is defined as, "experience acquired at nuclear reactor (commercial, production, training, test, military, or research reactor)s 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.

Job Information:

• Salary Grade: The target range for this position is ($155,285 - $175,922 ). The full pay range is ($89,652- $215,160)
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

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