Operational Excellence Unit Manager; Mt Vernon

Position: Operational Excellence Unit Manager (Mt Vernon, IN, US)
Location: Mount Vernon

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.

-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.

Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT's technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit  Follow us on Linked In, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

Are you ready to play a key role in a fast‑paced environment where you can drive transformation and deliver meaningful impact? BWXT is seeking an exceptional Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Leader to help shape the future of our operations. In this pivotal role, you will elevate performance, strengthen collaboration, and champion a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

Location:

On-site in Mt. Vernon, IN

Your Day to Day as an Operational Excellence Unit Manager:

* Strategic

Collaboration:

Partner with site leadership to uncover and prioritize significant opportunities for eliminating waste and reducing variation across processes. Collaborate with the broader Government Operations (GO) OpEx leadership team to set and execute strategic initiatives for building OpEx team capabilities and establishing a culture of operational excellence across GO.

* Impactful Sessions:
Lead strategic planning and project selection sessions with site management, ensuring alignment and focus on goals that matter.

* Project Leadership:
Take charge of highly visible strategic and complex process improvement projects, guiding them to successful outcomes.

* Motivate for Success:
Inspire and direct the NFS OpEx team to achieve spectacular results through the application of LSS principles, methodologies, and tools.

* Provide Technical and Leadership Expertise:
Offer insightful technical and managerial guidance and support, providing mentoring and oversight throughout the year for your team of OpEx employees.

* Cultivate Future Leaders:
Mentor Master Black Belts, Black Belts, and Lean Kaizen Leaders through their certification journeys, fostering the next generation of leaders for OpEx and for BWXT.

* Certification Reviews:
Conduct independent reviews for Black Belt certifications, ensuring high standards of excellence.

* Enhance Learning:
Provide constructive feedback during dry runs and participate in project report-outs, promoting a culture of growth and improvement.

* Training Design & Delivery:
Design, develop, and deliver engaging training programs that support LSS deployment and elevate capabilities across the organization.

* Measure Success:
Estimate both soft and hard benefits (Cost of Poor Quality - COPQ) for a variety of process improvement projects, showcasing your team's impact on the bottom line. Manage your cost center within annual expense and load board (direct hour) budgets.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

* Educational Background: A minimum of a bachelor's degree.

* Experience Matters:
At least 5 years of related LSS or Continuous Improvement…