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The Pennsylvania State University

Among many other research facilities, the RSEC now houses a Small Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS) facility with a unique materials characterization technique. We also benefit from many other world ...

Umd

Post-Doctoral Associate

College Park, MD

$62K - $75K/yr

... angle neutron and x-ray scattering and mass spectrometry. IBBR researchers seek to advance therapeutic development, biomanufacturing, and state-of-the-art measurement technologies, to support ...

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Sr Researcher

Washington, DC · On-site

Characterization Techniques * X-ray diffraction (XRD): powder and synchrotron-based * X-ray scattering (SAXS, WAXS) * Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) * Atomic force microscopy (AFM) * Neutron ...

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Sr. Work Control Planner

Sr. Work Control Planner

GEM Technologies, Inc

Los Alamos, NM • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a Sr. Work Control Planner to join our team supporting the Los Alamos National Laboratory! This position is full-time and will be based out of Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and/or review work packages including time, material, and labor estimates.
  • Prepare written step-by-step work instructions, procedures, or safety and post-maintenance testing requirements.
  • Implement and control operations, maintenance, construction, or modification of work activities within assigned facilities or areas.
  • Resolve work restraints and bring work packages to final closure.
  • Develop, monitor, and validate accuracy of performance data, reports, and other statistical information.
  • Maintain databases and programs required for developing performance measurements and data administration.
  • Evaluate processes, programs, and procedures for potential improvements.
  • Develop and maintain maintenance policies, processes, procedures, and provide training in support of maintenance programs.
  • Mentor and provide training to less experienced work control personnel.
  • Prepare and present work control reports.

Requirements
  • Education & Years of Experience - Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years of relevant experience; additional, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Citizenship - To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.
  • Clearance - To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.
  • Extensive experience interpreting mechanical and electrical documents, blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
  • Extensive knowledge of legal requirements and environmental impacts affecting work control and planning.
  • Extensive understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configurations, and lock-out/tag-out policies and procedures in unique or complex facilities.
  • Unique knowledge and experience with work control, materials management, and/or mechanical maintenance.
  • Demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions for work control and planning problems.
  • Ability to conceptualize and communicate major elements of work control and planning to both technical and non-technical personnel.
  • Ability to utilize and manipulate a computerized work management system for tracking work planning activities.

Desired Skills
  • Experience related to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and/or radiological equipment, policies, and procedures.
  • Exceptional skill in preparation and presentation of work control reports.
  • Ability to provide mentorship and training to less experienced personnel.

About the Site
The NNSA's Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), located in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is a design laboratory responsible for the safety and reliability of the nuclear explosives package in nuclear weapons. This lab possesses unique capabilities in neutron scattering, enhanced surveillance, radiography, and plutonium science and engineering (energy.gov).
ABOUT GEM
GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:
  • Our philosophy - We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.
  • Our relationships - Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.
  • Our team - We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.
  • Our community involvement - Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
GEM's offered compensation is dependent on candidates' education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee's needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.
Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

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