Supervisor, Chemistry (Nuclear)

Entergy; Killona (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in Louisiana seeks a Supervisor, Chemistry (Nuclear) to lead full-time and temporary Chemistry personnel at the Killona site. You will manage multiple priorities safely and effectively, coordinating with Engineering and Projects to support system health reviews and project implementation.

The role focuses on standard-setting, program oversight (PWR/BWR water, waste, and compliance), and mentoring staff for readiness and advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• 5 years of experience in the related field; a B.S. in Engineering or related field may credit 3 years of experience.
• 2 years of technical training and proficiency in nuclear generation principles; proficient with current computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Set and reinforce standards and expectations; act to correct performance gaps.
• Monitor programs (PWR primary/secondary water, BWR water, cooling systems, waste, groundwater, SPCC, etc.) and address gaps.
• Support the Chemistry Superintendent in business planning and strategic initiatives.
• Provide oversight of department benchmarks and assessments.
• Mentor staff and develop 'Ready-Now' candidates for promotion; delegate and track assignments.
• Ensure ALARA, review chemistry data, and communicate with Operations.

Skills

Nuclear fundamentals

Leadership

Safety compliance

Project oversight

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Title: Supervisor, Chemistry (Nuclear)

PS Job Title: Supv. Chemistry

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Operations, Inc.-EOI

Job Title: Supv, Chemistry - WF3

Job Summary/Purpose

Provides first line supervision of Entergy full time and temporary Chemistry personnel in a safe, productive manner, manages multiple and possibly conflicting priorities, and demonstrates proficiency at managing a multi-disciplined group, possibly including union and contractor oversight.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• SET and reinforce standards and expectations through monitoring individual behaviors on a regular basis for the application of Chemistry Fundamentals and take action to correct performance gaps.
• MONITOR the status of and provide oversight for individual programs (e.g., PWR primary water, PWR secondary water, BWR water, open cooling water, closed cooling water, RETs, REMP, chemical control, hazardous waste, groundwater monitoring, NPDES, sewage treatment, air quality, SPCC, counting room equipment, etc.) and have in-process actions to address gaps in program implementation.
• PROVIDE support for the Chemistry Superintendent in development of business plans, excellence plans, and long range vision strategy.
• PROVIDE oversight of department benchmarks and assessments.
• PROVIDE support for Path to Premier initiatives, Employee Driven Excellence, and clear Strategic Plan items.
• PROVIDE support for outage planning and preparation.
• PROVIDE a conduit for communication between Chemistry, Engineering, and Projects for system trend reviews, system health reports, and project implementation.
• PROVIDE back-up to the Chemistry Superintendent as needed through development as a "Ready-Now" candidate.
• PROVIDE technical direction and supervision for chemistry duties.
• SUPPORT the laboratory supervisor needs through program monitoring and recommendations for additional sampling and monitoring and provide recommendations to the laboratory supervisor for action for any chemistry activities that are needed but not on the schedule for communications to Operations.
• SUPPORT the work management process for the Prevention, Detection, and Correction of Chemistry related equipment and systems, including radwaste processing systems.
• ENSURE site Chemistry Program related procedures meet or exceed industry guidance (e.g., EPRI, INPO, vendor, ANI, etc.).
• VERIFY all identified procedure revisions, updates or enhancements which are required to perform an activity are promptly completed.
• ENSURE personnel are qualified and proficient to do the work when making assignments. Support training and mentoring where appropriate, within job assignments.
• DELEGATE and track assignments.
• ENSURE ALARA is practiced by chemistry personnel.
• REVIEW, evaluate and trend chemistry data.
• ENSURE condition reports are written for adverse trends or out-of-specification conditions.
• SUPPORT training by reviewing lesson plans and approve objectives, as needed.
• MENTOR staff to develop "Ready-Now" candidates for promotion within the department, site or fleet.
• PARTICIPATE in peer calls per EN-FAP-OM-024 and Working Group calls.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education required of the position

High school diploma or equivalent work experience.

Minimum Experience Required Of The Position

5 years of experience in the related field. (B.S. in Engineering or related technical degree may be credited for 3 years of experience.)

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required Of The Position

2 years of technical training and technical proficiency in the assigned area. Technical understanding of nuclear generation principles and operation. Proficiency with current computer business applications.

Any Certificates, Licenses, Etc. Required For The Position

SRO or certification on BWR or PWR (desired). Candidates for this position must meet requirements specified in ANSI/ANS Standards and Regulatory Guidelines. In addition, site Technical Specifications, FSAR, or procedures may contain additional requirements. Hiring Managers are required to submit attachment 9.1 from EN-HR-137 for any candidate selected for this job. Candidates must meet or exceed ANSI/ANS 3.1-1978. ANSI Section 4.3.2 - Supervisors Not Requiring NRC Licenses must have: High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of experience in craft or discipline he/she supervises.

Primary Location: Louisiana-Killona Louisiana : Killona

Job Function: Corporate

FLSA Status: Professional

Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered

Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings: 1

Req ID: 124076

PS Job Title: Supv. Chemistry

Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

EEO Statement

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility

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Additional Responsibilities

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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Working Conditions

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.