Manufacturing Operations Supervisor
BWX Technologies
- Location
- Jonesborough, TN, US
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
About this role
At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram . Welcome to BWXT We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference. Position Overview: As a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor at NOGJ in Jonesborough, you will organize and direct manufacturing operations related to HPDU processes at NOGJ. This position will provide technical and production activities and staff, oversee and coordinate the operation of chemical processes and conversion of feed material to manufacture of high purity metal products that conform to contractual and Company requirements for performance, reliability and any special characteristics and conditions that may apply, and analysis, evaluation and solution of technical problems encountered in the application of manufacturing methods, facilities, processes, material and tooling incident to the fabrication and assembly of products while maintaining a safe work environment. This position may require the ability to work a 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift schedule to support facility start up, production and/or training requirements and may require the ability to work overtime, weekends and shifts of 10 to 12 hours per day. Location: Jonesborough, Tennessee Your Day to Day as Manufacturing Operations Supervisor:
Initiates plans and safe processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials and resources. Manages and oversees chemical and material conversion processes related to high purity metal production. Provides management and oversite for related continuous improvement efforts related to manufacturing processes. Manages and oversees the design, fabrication, modification or systems and equipment required to support manufacturing, quality and test operations. Implements and maintains a cost-effective key performance indicator program. Provides short and long-range training, proficiency, and qualification plans for manufacturing operations and implement approved plans. Ensures activities within defined scope are accomplished safely and in accordance with Company policies, sound business practices and applicable regulations and requirements. Provides effective direction and leadership to subordinates guided by established policies and precedents. Plans, prioritizes and delegates work assignments. Reads and interprets system drawings and operational documents. Reads and interprets related product specifications. Provides technical and administrative