Nuclear Chemical Processing Operator — Flexible Schedule

BWX Technologies; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Processing Operator to support safe and efficient processing of depleted uranium materials in a controlled industrial setting.

You will work with operations supervision, radiological control, engineering, and maintenance teams to meet production goals while upholding strict safety standards. On-site in Jonesborough, TN, the role requires following procedures, handling hazardous materials, and using PPE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five or more years of experience in chemical processing, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Experience with hazardous materials; DU or radiological environment experience preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures in a highly regulated environment.
• Basic understanding of process systems and industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work in controlled or radiological environments.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications for data entry and recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment and systems per procedures and work instructions.
• Monitor process parameters to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Safely handle, transfer, and process depleted uranium and related materials.
• Label, store, and track materials to meet regulatory and site requirements.
• Follow safety, radiological, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Use PPE and adhere to contamination control and hazardous material handling standards.
• Record data and report production status to supervision.
• Maintain logs, batch records, and operational documentation.
• Support maintenance activities, including shutdowns, startups, and equipment isolations.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, maintenance, and radiological control personnel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Follow procedures

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

BWX Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Processing Operator to support safe and efficient processing of depleted uranium materials in a controlled industrial setting.

You will work with operations supervision, radiological control, engineering, and maintenance teams to meet production goals while upholding strict safety standards. On-site in Jonesborough, TN, the role requires following procedures, handling hazardous materials, and using PPE.