Manufacturing Manager 3

This position is open for external candidates only.

About the Role

Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is the nation's premier plutonium center of excellence. At LANL, we lead in ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile while advancing research across a spectrum of scientific disciplines, including national security, space exploration, geophysics, renewable energy, supercomputing, medicine, and nanotechnology. Our advanced nuclear facility emphasizes precision machining and adherence to standards in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

The Pit Technologies (PT) Division, part of the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Production (ALDWP), is instrumental in delivering top-quality plutonium pit-related products and services. This division focuses on maintaining and enhancing the performance of nuclear components while following rigorous compliance and safety protocols.

As a member of the PT-2 Machining Group within the PT Division, you will engage in complex machining and processing tasks and apply your engineering expertise. As a Manufacturing Manager 3 and First-Line Manager (FLM) at our nuclear facility, you will report to a Group Leader and provide leadership within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee precision machining operations, ensuring effective use of CNC machining tools.
• Drive compliance with safety and quality standards in a nuclear facility.
• Manage daily activities, implement process improvements, and mentor early-career employees.
• Support development and set high standards for operational effectiveness.
• Comprehend detailed instructions, interpret verbal and written communications, and apply critical thinking to manage and resolve complex operational challenges.
• Accurately document and manage information using computer systems.
• Listen attentively, process written materials, input data, assess situations, create clear technical documentation, and make sound decisions.

Requirements

• Proven technical leadership with successful experience in supervising, resolving conflicts, mentoring, team building, managing staff requirements, motivating employees, and developing personnel such as students or early-career scientists and engineers.
• Experience in developing work scope, coordinating work activities, planning and managing tactical execution, and tracking/reporting progress.
• Familiarity with machining manufacturing environments and nuclear facility requirements, including conduct of operations, engineering, and maintenance standards.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of personnel and customers.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 8 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related science or technology, and 4 years of nuclear experience. Job-related education or experience may be substituted on a case-by-case basis. The degree may substitute up to 50 percent of the experience requirement.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience handling confidential or proprietary information, classified documents, or sensitive information.
• Demonstrated success in scaling business functions, managing team growth, and advancing experimental initiatives.
• Experience in project and program management, including planning, organizing, and resource management.
• Experience in defining work unit objectives and tasks, tracking/reporting progress, and work package development and execution.
• Experience with multidisciplinary teams of technicians, engineers, and professional staff.
• Knowledge of Integrated Work Management (IWM) and Integrated Safety and Security Management (ISSM) methods.
• Experience with high-hazard nuclear facility operations and requirements, safety authorization basis, and/or Conduct of Operations planning and execution.
• Familiarity with transitioning between secured and non-secured environments, including navigating between multiple buildings and operational areas.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess complex scenarios and develop effective solutions.
• Proficiency in using computer systems for data management and technical documentation.
• DOE Q Clearance and HRP Certification are highly desirable.

Note to Applicants: Citizens of the People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), 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 national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities.

Schedule

This position requires 24/7 coverage and therefore may require working a rotating shift schedule that includes nights and weekends.

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.

Benefits

• 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

• Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee suitability (applies only to U.S. citizens; foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A).
• This position requires a Q clearance, which necessitates U.S. citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required.
• This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program (HRP) as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, including ongoing drug and alcohol testing, and periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
• This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, establishing entry-level requirements for nuclear facilities.
• The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program, with distribution prorated based on months in an eligible position.