Production Support Photo Lab Tech

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, BWXT is a 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 7,000 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 www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

BWXT’s Nuclear Operations Group - Lynchburg is currently seeking a Production Support Photo Lab Tech for its Lynchburg, VA location!

As a Production Support Photo Lab Tech, you will be a part of the Production Support Unit (Release/SmartForms/Photo Lab) within the QC department. This is a production driven role supporting components that process in the factory. Extended weekday or weekend hours may be required of this position on a case-by-case basis to support business needs, including call-ins.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Supports production needs and conducts photographs of the components as they go through the manufacturing process.
• Generates and reviews submittals that are provided to the customer representatives.
• Reads, understands, and follows user instructions, operating procedures, and other quality related documents, as required.
• Generates, reviews, and responds to corrective actions, as necessary.
• Performs technical reviews of change request documents, operating procedures, and other quality related documents as necessary.
• Maintains training plans/documentation and trains new employees as needed.
• Supports and completes project as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree in a technical field plus two (2) years of relevant experience OR a high school diploma/equivalent plus six (6) years of relevant experience.
• Must possess willingness to advocate for product quality under pressure.
• Must possess excellent attention to detail, experience with overchecks/peer checks, and a commitment to quality.
• Must have excellent organizational and multi-tasking capabilities.
• Must possess strong conflict management and resolution skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively communicate with a broad range of individuals and groups, both internal and external, including but not limited to engineers, customer representatives, production control, front line managers, and shop personnel.
• Must possess proven ability to apply experience and skills to complete assigned work within area of expertise as well as for global application. This includes recognizing and solving problems that are encountered at any time.
• Must be highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. A high level of demonstrated success in a team-oriented environment is required.
• Must be able to quickly adapt in a rapidly changing environment.
• Must be able to learn quickly while being forward-thinking in order to commit to improving processes and implementing new methods and technology.
• Must demonstrate excellent working knowledge of computer systems and applications software, including Quality Systems (Solumina, Microsoft Word and Excel, docQnet, EtQ, SAP, and IBM).
• Must be able to manage own workload with minimal supervision.
• Must demonstrate proven high level of engagement in previous roles (ownership, accountability).
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior photography experience.
• A working knowledge of quality control deficiency reports, quality tagging/tracking systems, and submittals.
  
  

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $$ 55,690 and $$ 103,430 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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