Job Description

Job Description

What You Will Do

The Weapons Production Directorate is seeking motivated candidates to fill multiple Operations Support Specialist positions. The selected candidates will facilitate safe, compliant and efficient execution of work at TA-55

• Assists in the day-to-day execution of floor schedule at TA-55, specifically within PF-4, P-5, and other nuclear areas as needed.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with the scheduling and execution procedures, and production priorities established by the ALDWP leadership team.
• Ensure compliance with safety/security requirements and take the necessary steps to stop work if continuing a job is unsafe or compromises security.
• Assists production with the integration and coordination of various support resources
• Support communication between work organizations, area controllers, work execution managers and OIC-management.
• Attendance at daily shift briefs for coordination and release of work.
• Support quality checks on schedules and log issues as needed.
• Support incident and general issues management investigations and reporting

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What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Facility Functions

• Intermediate knowledge of facility operations, including familiarity with the following:
• Integrated Safety
• Formality of Operations / Conduct of Operations
• Facility Availability
• Scheduling and Work Week Management
• Safety Basis
• Integrated Work Management
• Continuous Process Improvement

Computing/Business Systems

Intermediate knowledge and demonstrated proficiency with typical business and project management software, computer hardware.

Critical Thinking

Demonstrated skills in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting facility operations and operational quality assurance.

Organizational Skills

Demonstrated attention to detail including strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, observational skills and problem solving skills. Proven ability to multi-task and adjust to the workings of a dynamic team environment.

Communication

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated advanced skills networking effectively with stakeholders and key contacts outside own area of expertise, both internal and external to the organization.

Customer Service

Exceptional customer service, organizational skills, and ability to interact with all levels of personnel internal and external to the organization.

Clearance

Eligible to obtain a DOE Q Clearance

Education/Experience

Position requires an Associate's Degree and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a High School Diploma.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to use advanced knowledge of all areas of PF-4 to prioritize and schedule resources.
• Experience with radiological control practices and policies.
• Advanced knowledge of nuclear facility operations.
• Advanced knowledge of typical business and project management software.
• Knowledge of Laboratory policies and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of requirements drivers such as DOE orders and federal regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing scheduling principles and practices.
• Active DOE Q-Clearance or equivalent level DOD Clearance.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Walking, Climbing Stairs, Twisting, Typing or Keyboarding, Work in a Radiological Area, Safety Glasses and Eye Protection, PPE Lab coat/Coveralls.

Work Environment:  This position requires 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees maybe eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants:

For full consideration, please provide a comprehensive resume, which outlines how you meet the minimum and desired skills noted above.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.

426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position:  Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants:  Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity:  Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory 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. 

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Local area, Relocation, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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