Production Control Specialist 1/2
- Req. Number: IRC142160
- Organization : DP-3/Manufacturing Operations
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Lujan, Oscar Rene
- Recruiter Email: olujan@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Production Control Specialist level 1 or level 2, depending on the skills and qualifications of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
DP (Detonator Production) Division is the premier Production Agency (PA) assigned to produce WR (War Reserve) detonators for the Nation's nuclear stockpile security mission. The Division is part of LANL's Weapons Production Directorate, and is comprised of a team of motivated, highly-skilled technical and operational support staff working in an integrated format. The organization is centered on high-rigor manufacturing operations to produce precision, safe and reliable WR detonator products. DP partners closely with customers and stakeholders such as NNSA (National Nuclear Security Administration), Weapon System Design Agencies (LANL, Sandia, and Livermore), and LANL program management orgs to deliver on uniquely challenging, high-consequence National security objectives. DP upholds vigorous teamwork, personal integrity, respectful workplace, and continuous improvement in operations, technical excellence, safety and security.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with peers, colleagues within the division, co-located organizations, and various support organizations. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating manufacturing operation improvements, working with the FLM to support production activities, championing process improvement, initiative implementation, and taking on special projects aimed at improving DP-3's manufacturing status quo.
This role reports directly to the DP-3 FLMs and GL and involves regular communication of project status, outcomes, and recommendations. It will require the ability to present information accurately and clearly in a formal manner to any level of management.
This position will be filled at either the Production Control Specialist 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at a higher level.
Find out more about the Detonator Production Division: Internal & External: https://detonators.lanl.gov/
Production Control Specialist 1 $59,200 - $91,600
In this role, a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional will lead and execute special projects and targeted improvement initiatives.
Production Control Specialist 2 $71,200 - $112,900
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Organizational Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of organizing information and project data in ways that are valuable for self-management and clear communication of status.
Project planning and control: Demonstrated experience in manufacturing operations control and improvement. Knowledge of resource planning and optimization practices as well as multi-organization resource integration processes.
Communication: Demonstrated skill with both written and oral communication. Able to communicate utilizing tact, diplomacy, discretion, and attention to detail. Experience communicating with customers and stakeholders, in particular, the groups relevant and related to DP-3.
Creativity: Demonstrated ability to think outside the box and find ways of improving the status quo and collaborate effectively with SMEs to develop solutions.
Trustworthy: Demonstrated ability to build relationships with the manufacturing team and across Detonator Production groups to build professional relationships and assess underlying problems which need to be solved to serve the mission at the Division level. Ability to perform tasks independently with a proactive mindset in alignment with future mission capabilities.
Hands On Safety: Experience and knowledge safely using hand tools, hydraulic presses, or laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Understanding of Con Ops, HPI practices, P300, and Pause/Stop work Authority.
Additional Job Requirements for Production Control Specialist 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Multifaceted Requirements: Experience interpreting and applying complex requirements in a weapons manufacturing, explosive, high hazard, or similar environment. Ability to utilize a suite of tools for planning, communicating, and tracking projects.
Demonstrated Autonomy: Demonstrated experience performing manufacturing operations improvement and special projects with a high degree of self-reliance and a proactive approach when identifying potential issues.
Presentation Skills: Ability to host and participate in cross functional meetings such as presenting project outcomes or collaborating with stakeholders for required input.
Policies and Procedure Application: Demonstrated ability to comply with policies, and specifically relating to inventory processes and procedures of weapons related items and weapons quality. Experience working with SOMS, records tracking, Teams Pages, and classified inventory database systems.
Safety Leadership: Ability to ensure hazards and controls are identified, addressed, and implemented in procedures and operations.
Education/Experience Production Control Specialist 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Education/Experience Production Control Specialist 2: Position requires 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive resume that addresses the key requirements of the position.
Work Schedule:
Detonator Production work 4 x 10 hour shifts per week, Mon-Thurs from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either the Production Control Specialist level 1 or level 2, depending on the skills and qualifications of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
DP (Detonator Production) Division is the premier Production Agency (PA) assigned to produce WR (War Reserve) detonators for the Nation's nuclear stockpile security mission. The Division is part of LANL's Weapons Production Directorate, and is comprised of a team of motivated, highly-skilled technical and operational support staff working in an integrated format. The organization is centered on high-rigor manufacturing operations to produce precision, safe and reliable WR detonator products. DP partners closely with customers and stakeholders such as NNSA (National Nuclear Security Administration), Weapon System Design Agencies (LANL, Sandia, and Livermore), and LANL program management orgs to deliver on uniquely challenging, high-consequence National security objectives. DP upholds vigorous teamwork, personal integrity, respectful workplace, and continuous improvement in operations, technical excellence, safety and security.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with peers, colleagues within the division, co-located organizations, and various support organizations. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating manufacturing operation improvements, working with the FLM to support production activities, championing process improvement, initiative implementation, and taking on special projects aimed at improving DP-3's manufacturing status quo.
This role reports directly to the DP-3 FLMs and GL and involves regular communication of project status, outcomes, and recommendations. It will require the ability to present information accurately and clearly in a formal manner to any level of management.
This position will be filled at either the Production Control Specialist 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at a higher level.
Find out more about the Detonator Production Division: Internal & External: https://detonators.lanl.gov/
Production Control Specialist 1 $59,200 - $91,600
In this role, a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional will lead and execute special projects and targeted improvement initiatives.
- Small Project Management: This position will be responsible for independently managing a small portfolio of strategic, high-impact assignments, often exploratory or developmental in nature, that support the Manufacturing Operation Teams' goals and enhance operational efficiency.
- Manufacturing Experience: The ideal candidate will be aware of manufacturing operations and DP business practices and will demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills, the ability to collaborate across all DP teams, and a results-driven mindset.
- Hands on Manufacturing: In addition, this role will support hands-on production activities as needed and will provide SME-input as appropriate.
Production Control Specialist 2 $71,200 - $112,900
- Autonomy/Initiative: In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the selected candidates should operate with a high degree of autonomy and be very familiar with DP operations and navigating DP projects.
- Systematic Problem Solving: Largely independent, this selected candidate is responsible for identifying long-term and complex opportunities, shaping project scopes, aligning stakeholders, and delivering measurable outcomes that advance departmental and institutional objectives.
- Leadership: The successful candidate will possess cross-team functional leadership and exceptional communication skills. with the position will require a demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, influence at all levels, and manage multiple initiatives concurrently.
- Hands on Manufacturing: Supporting hand on production activities and training fellow teammates as needed. Providing SME input as appropriate.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Organizational Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of organizing information and project data in ways that are valuable for self-management and clear communication of status.
Project planning and control: Demonstrated experience in manufacturing operations control and improvement. Knowledge of resource planning and optimization practices as well as multi-organization resource integration processes.
Communication: Demonstrated skill with both written and oral communication. Able to communicate utilizing tact, diplomacy, discretion, and attention to detail. Experience communicating with customers and stakeholders, in particular, the groups relevant and related to DP-3.
Creativity: Demonstrated ability to think outside the box and find ways of improving the status quo and collaborate effectively with SMEs to develop solutions.
Trustworthy: Demonstrated ability to build relationships with the manufacturing team and across Detonator Production groups to build professional relationships and assess underlying problems which need to be solved to serve the mission at the Division level. Ability to perform tasks independently with a proactive mindset in alignment with future mission capabilities.
Hands On Safety: Experience and knowledge safely using hand tools, hydraulic presses, or laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Understanding of Con Ops, HPI practices, P300, and Pause/Stop work Authority.
Additional Job Requirements for Production Control Specialist 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Multifaceted Requirements: Experience interpreting and applying complex requirements in a weapons manufacturing, explosive, high hazard, or similar environment. Ability to utilize a suite of tools for planning, communicating, and tracking projects.
Demonstrated Autonomy: Demonstrated experience performing manufacturing operations improvement and special projects with a high degree of self-reliance and a proactive approach when identifying potential issues.
Presentation Skills: Ability to host and participate in cross functional meetings such as presenting project outcomes or collaborating with stakeholders for required input.
Policies and Procedure Application: Demonstrated ability to comply with policies, and specifically relating to inventory processes and procedures of weapons related items and weapons quality. Experience working with SOMS, records tracking, Teams Pages, and classified inventory database systems.
Safety Leadership: Ability to ensure hazards and controls are identified, addressed, and implemented in procedures and operations.
Education/Experience Production Control Specialist 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Education/Experience Production Control Specialist 2: Position requires 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive resume that addresses the key requirements of the position.
Work Schedule:
Detonator Production work 4 x 10 hour shifts per week, Mon-Thurs from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
