Accelerator Operations Manager

Position: Accelerator Operations Manager

Location: Lansing, MI

Job : 273

# of Openings: 1

Accelerator Operations Manager

We are a team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and innovators dedicated to changing the world by developing medical isotopes to treat and eradicate cancer. We believe in building an environment where collaboration, curiosity, and camaraderie thrive. We also enjoy darts, cornhole, ping‑pong, chili cook‑offs, and other fun events that make our company a community where we make a life, not just a living.

You are a seasoned professional who thrives in technical leadership and operational excellence. Your job satisfaction is measured by the collaboration and synergy you instill in cross‑functional team members, enabling them to achieve optimal outcomes. You model a “seek first to understand” environment and celebrate the journey as well as the destination. You wholeheartedly embrace leadership as a choice, a responsibility, and a remarkable privilege to positively impact the lives of others.

The Accelerator Operations Manager is responsible for the leadership and management of Niowave’s accelerator operations teams. This role includes oversight of daily operations, technical direction, and strategic planning to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient production. You will advocate for safety excellence, drive process improvements, and develop team members through coaching and career development.

• Embraces and models the Niowave Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal
• B.S. degree in a STEM field
• 8+ years of progressive positions in accelerator operations
• 5+ years of supervisory experience including day‑to‑day activities of a team of 15 or more with demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams, establish career development tracks, and succession planning
• Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization—appreciates the history of current state, knows how and when to make suggestions, and uses just the right pace to reach the improved future state
• Understands your own communication and learning styles, can assess others’ styles, and is able to find the right path to connect the two
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives with evidence of successful outcomes
• Experience in managing a production team ensuring appropriate training & development of staff, shift optimization for positive operational and personnel outcomes, and meeting organizational objectives
• Strategic thinking with creative and excellent problem solving and decision‑making skills with ability to critically interpret and use data to manage risk
• Proven ability to lead and develop staff and teams
• Displays excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Possesses strong organizational and project management skills for self and teams

• Advanced degree in a STEM field
• 12+ years of progressive positions in accelerator operations
• 8+ years of supervisory experience including day‑to‑day activities of a team of 20+ with demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams, establish career development tracks, and succession planning
• 5+ years of experience leading teams in an accelerator and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

• Full‑time position
• The company’s standard operating hours are Monday thru Friday 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. with production‑related activities requiring 24/7/365 shifts
• This position will have regular working hours Monday – Friday with an expectation of adjusting to meet shift work requirements and to engage with staff working outside of standard hours as needed
• Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area and travel between locations is expected in the role

Please provide a cover letter specifically describing your expertise and leadership experience.