Packaging and Information Systems Manager

Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Packaging and Information Systems Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

• Candidate will have overall responsibility for the managing and operating contractor at the WIPP for the design authority for the Type B Pack agings, payloads, payload containers, and Waste Information Tracking Systems.
• Responsible for the Control Account Manager (CAM) duties for the Packaging and Integration Systems Group.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal; ability to interface with internal and external customers and organizations from across the TRU Waste Complex, including the Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
• Maintain organizational skills and perform project management duties; ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality assurance and safety requirements at all times to support the WIPP mission.
• Maintain safety culture and management accountability consistent with Integrated Safety Management System objectives.
• Adhere to CBFO MP 1.29, Mission, Goals, and Responsibilities, the configuration management process, and the Conduct of Operations Program.
• Responsible for Control Account Manager duties for the Packaging and Information Systems Group.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM, Business, or Program Management related field with nine (9) years of professional experience is required.
• Experience must include three (3) years working under a quality assurance program and three (3) years experience in project management duties.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

• Experience with Nuclear Regulatory Commission Type B packages.
• American Society for Non-destructive Testing (ASNT), Non-destructive Testing (NDT) experience or qualifications.
• Direct experience related to the position is preferred.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  Coverage on date of hire;
  Surgical concierge service; EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)
• Relocation assistance
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with 0.50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity;
  Long-term disability program;
  Health and Flexible savings accounts;
  Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• These benefits vary by position.

Exempt grade level(s) 36-40. Minimum salary $131,144 per year of a larger salary range; the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact  or email wipprecruiting.gov for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration:
This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.