Corrective Action Program and Performance Improvement Specialist

Summary

CAP Implementation Specialist

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The CAP implementation specialist reports directly to the Procedure Manager and will fill one or more of the following roles to support the Natrium Demonstration Project (NDP) based on qualifications and experience. The Corrective Action Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Kemmerer Power Station (KPS) Corrective Action Program including analyzing corrective action data and utilizing the data to understand causes for quality, safety, and business process impacts. The ideal candidate will have experience in issue identification, resolution, categorization, cause analysis, preventive action, and trend analysis. The successful candidate will integrate and coordinate with other departments, project partners, regulators, and outside organizations working on procedure development.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a plan for configuring and implementing the Kemmerer Power Station (KPS) CAP software.
• Develop and maintain processes and standards for the KPS corrective action program
• Coordinate with other departments for cross-discipline support of software and CAP development
• Use smart procedures or other software-based support tools to develop and maintain the Corrective Action Program.
• Consider and integrate use of cross-trained resources in Software development to improve organizational efficiency.
• Identify existing industry guidance for processes that can be adopted with minimal modifications to meet KPS goals
• Use industry practices to develop high-quality procedures which minimize risk of safety or human performance events.
• Engage with industry peers, 3rd party vendors, NEI, EPRI, and other organizations to find innovative methods and technologies for developing and using software and AI in the Corrective Action Program.
• Ensure Corrective Action Program in Software complies with company standards, NRC regulations, and other codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains the Corrective Action Program by monitoring, tracking and identifying trends for corrective action data to provide performance improvements.
• Develops and maintains status reports as directed.
• Facilitate CAP/PI screening committee meetings.
• Coordinate and participate in self-assessments, critiques, and benchmarking activities.
• Manage and maintain the operating experience program
• Monitor and maintain the site performance indicators

Discipline-Specific Education and Experience:

• 5+ years' experience in working in the development and management of software based corrective action program with at least 3 years' experience specific to Software
• 5+ years' experience with implementing or using a Nuclear Corrective Action Program

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• High level of knowledge of nuclear power plant systems and terminology.
• Prior experience in Corrective Action programs
• Experience with interpreting relevant nuclear information and standards in strict procedural and regulatory compliance.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with smart procedures or other software-based procedure tools.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and aspiration for procedural excellence.
• Self-starter who can develop innovative solutions with minimal supervision.
• Cause analysis training and/or certification
• The successful candidate will:
• possess a high degree of trust and integrity, openly communicate, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
• understand how individual actions and decisions can positively and negatively affect the ability of the total organization to meet its requirements with regulatory agencies and the public.
• adapt well to emergent changes due to changes in plant design, plant procedures, schedule changes, or other challenges associated with the design, construction, and commissioning of a new nuclear power plant.

Job Functions:

• Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
• Travel required 0-10%

Job details:

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $ 99,054 - $148,582

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and Disability
  • Gender Affirmation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
  • 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities

Job Description

CAP Implementation Specialist

TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The CAP implementation specialist reports directly to the Procedure Manager and will fill one or more of the following roles to support the Natrium Demonstration Project (NDP) based on qualifications and experience. The Corrective Action Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Kemmerer Power Station (KPS) Corrective Action Program including analyzing corrective action data and utilizing the data to understand causes for quality, safety, and business process impacts. The ideal candidate will have experience in issue identification, resolution, categorization, cause analysis, preventive action, and trend analysis. The successful candidate will integrate and coordinate with other departments, project partners, regulators, and outside organizations working on procedure development.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a plan for configuring and implementing the Kemmerer Power Station (KPS) CAP software.
• Develop and maintain processes and standards for the KPS corrective action program
• Coordinate with other departments for cross-discipline support of software and CAP development
• Use smart procedures or other software-based support tools to develop and maintain the Corrective Action Program.
• Consider and integrate use of cross-trained resources in Software development to improve organizational efficiency.
• Identify existing industry guidance for processes that can be adopted with minimal modifications to meet KPS goals
• Use industry practices to develop high-quality procedures which minimize risk of safety or human performance events.
• Engage with industry peers, 3rd party vendors, NEI, EPRI, and other organizations to find innovative methods and technologies for developing and using software and AI in the Corrective Action Program.
• Ensure Corrective Action Program in Software complies with company standards, NRC regulations, and other codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains the Corrective Action Program by monitoring, tracking and identifying trends for corrective action data to provide performance improvements.
• Develops and maintains status reports as directed.
• Facilitate CAP/PI screening committee meetings.
• Coordinate and participate in self-assessments, critiques, and benchmarking activities.
• Manage and maintain the operating experience program
• Monitor and maintain the site performance indicators

Discipline-Specific Education and Experience:

• 5+ years' experience in working in the development and management of software based corrective action program with at least 3 years' experience specific to Software
• 5+ years' experience with implementing or using a Nuclear Corrective Action Program

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• High level of knowledge of nuclear power plant systems and terminology.
• Prior experience in Corrective Action programs
• Experience with interpreting relevant nuclear information and standards in strict procedural and regulatory compliance.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with smart procedures or other software-based procedure tools.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and aspiration for procedural excellence.
• Self-starter who can develop innovative solutions with minimal supervision.
• Cause analysis training and/or certification
• The successful candidate will:
• possess a high degree of trust and integrity, openly communicate, and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
• understand how individual actions and decisions can positively and negatively affect the ability of the total organization to meet its requirements with regulatory agencies and the public.
• adapt well to emergent changes due to changes in plant design, plant procedures, schedule changes, or other challenges associated with the design, construction, and commissioning of a new nuclear power plant.

Job Functions:

• Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
• Repetitive work: Prolonged
• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day
• Travel required 0-10%

Job details:

Job Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $ 99,054 - $148,582

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
• Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and Disability
  • Gender Affirmation Benefits
• Parental Leave
• 401k Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 21 days of annually accrued PTO
• Generous Holiday Schedule
  • 10 paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Professional and Educational Support Opportunities