Nuclear Value Stream Specialist & CI Leader

Y-12 National Security Complex; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Y-12 National Security Complex is seeking a Value Stream Organization Specialist in Oak Ridge, TN. The role interfaces with Capability Area leadership to identify opportunities and implement strategic continuous improvement initiatives, support the Tiered Escalation process, and drive 5S activities and PDRD projects.

The position requires significant collaboration with ES&H, Programs, Engineering, EP&C, Quality, and Security, and involves presenting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• PhD: no experience required.

Responsibilities

• Integrates into CA tier meetings and takes actions when appropriate.
• SME for the tiered escalation process and ensures proper communication throughout the CA.
• Implements tactical improvements for maturity of the tiered escalation process.
• Serves as the focal point for improvement activities for assigned CA.
• Leads tactical digital modernization projects and 5S activities within the CA.
• Develops tools for visualizing performance metrics to enable data-driven decisions.

Skills

Project management

Cross‑functional communication

Leadership

Nuclear/high hazard environment

Lean methodology

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Tools

Tableau

Job description

Y-12 National Security Complex is seeking a Value Stream Organization Specialist in Oak Ridge, TN. The role interfaces with Capability Area leadership to identify opportunities and implement strategic continuous improvement initiatives, support the Tiered Escalation process, and drive 5S activities and PDRD projects.

The position requires significant collaboration with ES&H, Programs, Engineering, EP&C, Quality, and Security, and involves presenting to senior management.