Nuclear Department Performance Improvement Lead

Vistra Corp.; Ohio; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Perry, Ohio is seeking a Nuclear Operations Analyst to monitor performance indicators and develop data-driven actions that prevent declines and drive improvements. The role requires understanding of nuclear plant operations to provide technical input for tracking and trending performance.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, the ability to work across departments, and experience with OE/HU programs and PI tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of experience in nuclear power.
• Subject Matter Expert with analytical and technology skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and time management capabilities.
• Technical understanding of nuclear operations plant processes, programs, and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge and application of OE and HU Programs, PI Tools and analysis techniques.
• Ability to work cross functionally to achieve desired results.
• Knowledge of nuclear power plant systems and processes in both operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• IRIS monthly data - Generate and manage operational reports across various software platforms to support INPO data submissions; ensure data accuracy, input into the INPO database, route for necessary approvals, notify stakeholders of reportable conditions, and compile comprehensive summary reports to document and communicate events that are affecting key indicators.
• Develop, monitor, and analyze key departmental data streams—including Performance Indicators, Corrective Action Program, Shift Manager notebooks, 4.0 critiques, observations, industry operating experience, self-assessments, benchmarking, and oversight reports—to identify performance gaps, reveal trends, and implement strategic action plans that drive operational improvements
• Coordinate data request, logistics, and action plans with INPO, ORC, NEIL, NSRB, Fleet, Sr. Assessor, and industry peers.
• Develop and deliver causal analysis products—including HPIs, OEIs, and Root Cause Evaluations.
• Prepare roll-up trend analyses of observations, 4.0 critiques, and related performance data to proactively identify performance gaps and drive improvement opportunities.
• Assist in the analysis of data and evaluation of system performance and associated work activities.

Skills

Data analysis

Nuclear operations knowledge

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years nuclear experience

Job description

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company in Perry, Ohio is seeking a Nuclear Operations Analyst to monitor performance indicators and develop data-driven actions that prevent declines and drive improvements. The role requires understanding of nuclear plant operations to provide technical input for tracking and trending performance.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, the ability to work across departments, and experience with OE/HU programs and PI tools.