Federal Government Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary
Step into a hands-on role that keeps our production operations running at peak performance. As a Tooling and Inventory Technician, you'll be the go-to expert for ensuring every tool, fixture, and supply is ready when needed. You'll preset and measure tools using both manual and CNC equipment, sharpen precision tooling, and help drive continuous improvement across the shop floor. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with production teams and procurement, support high-quality machining work, and contribute directly to the reliability and efficiency of our operations.
What You Will Do
The Tooling and Inventory Technician oversees the full lifecycle of production tooling, including setup, measurement, tracking, and maintenance. This role ensures tooling meets required quality standards, maintains accurate inventory levels, and supports continuous improvement by recommending enhancements to quality and productivity. Responsibilities include safely operating tool-setting and sharpening equipment, maintaining a clean and organized work area, collaborating effectively with associates and supervisors, promptly reporting procedural or equipment issues, and performing additional duties as needed to support smooth production operations.
We'd Love to Hear from Candidates With
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Understanding of inventory management techniques
• Ability to read blueprints
• General knowledge of tool geometry and CNC machining
Pay
Estimated Starting Base Salary Range: $46,036 - $76,726. This position is Bonus eligible. Centrus considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. While the posted range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position, compensation above the range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications and directly relevant experience.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a Q security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required.
Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer