Human Performance Improvement Mgr

Nuclear Fuel Services (NFS) is a division of BWX Technologies. At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a 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 7,000 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.

Human Performance Improvement Manager -- Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc.  -  Erwin, TN 

Summary Description of Job:

This position is responsible for the implementation and facilitation of the NFS Human Performance Program.  The incumbent will formulate and execute performance improvement recommendations.  Designs, conducts, and evaluates training on human performance tools and techniques in a professional manner, which displays leadership and reinforces management expectations.  Works closely with the line organization to help resolve emerging human performance needs.  Promotes internalization of proven performance techniques into site work practices and processes.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate site human performance observation activities including obtaining and evaluating data.

2.  Assist line personnel with conducting performance analysis activities.

3.  Develop ideas and materials that improve existing work methods, services or outcomes and promote the accomplishment of safe and compliant results.

4.  Responsible for maintaining and coordinating a continuing plan for Human Performance Improvement.

5.  Train and develop personnel in human performance -- error reduction, self-assessment techniques and/or observation process.

6.  Evaluate Human Performance Training Program's effectiveness through data acquisition, analysis, and trending.

7. Identify and solve problems/barriers to implementing process or performance improvement.

8.  Coordinate departmental human performance review meetings.

9.  Review human performance related root cause investigations.  Assess data to identify site related human performance related trends.

10.  Communicate frequently with management to ensure awareness and understanding of any human performance issues.  Assist the Human Performance & Learning Director in developing man-power budgets, analyzing staffing and organizational issues.

11.  Implement site human performance advancement initiatives.  Assist in implementing human error reduction techniques by managers, supervisors, workers, training and other departments.

12.  Provide assistance to managers and team leaders in identifying human performance event factors and corrective actions.

Education Requirements of Job:

B. S. degree -- Engineering/Science of other technical discipline or Education/Training or Management OR equivalent experience of 8 years in human performance and/or continuous improvement.

Experience Requirements of Job (Beyond educational or equivalent requirements):

With B. S./B. A. degree six - eight years of experience.  Prefer at least four years of direct experience in human performance improvement and continuous improvement and one to two years' experience in the nuclear industry preferred OR without B. S./B.A. degree 14 years experience in human perofrmance and/or continuous improvement.

Pay: $92,000-$142,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee at the start of employment is expected to be between $92,000 and $142,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity.  We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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