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Production Control Specialist 1/2

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,500–$93,600 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Follow Through, Laboratory, Laboratory Techniques, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations Security (OPSEC), Organizational Skills, Pay-Per-Click Advertising, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Manufacturing, Production Control, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Support, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Research & Development (R&D), Resource Management, Risk Analysis, Schedule Development, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Operations, Technical Support, Time Management, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
7 days ago
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either Production Control Specialist level 1 or level 2, depending on the skills 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.

DP-5 is seeking a candidate to become part of the Production Planning and Control (PPC) team. The successful candidate will report directly to the Detonator Production DP-5 management team and collaborate closely with SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) and colleagues on production planning and work control. The DP-5 Production Planning and Control team manages detonator production work planning, scheduling, and manufacturing workflow throughout the Production Agency (PA) manufacturing life cycle at Technical Area TA-22, including manufacturing War Reserve (WR) High-Explosive (HE) detonator products.

Find out more about the Detonator Production Division: Internal & External: https://detonators.lanl.gov/

Production Controls Specialist 1 ($60,500-$93,600)

As a Production Specialist I, the selected candidate provides production and manufacturing support across the Production Agency's manufacturing lifecycle. Responsibilities include assisting in the development, maintenance, and monitoring of production schedules, supporting manufacturing workflow, and coordinating work planning to meet mission requirements.

Production Controls Specialist 2 ($72,800-$115,400)

In addition to the responsibilities outlined at the lower level, the selected candidate will possess thorough knowledge of relevant Laboratory policies, procedures, and standards governing production operations. The candidate should demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of scheduled work and the interactions among work groups, ensuring effective coordination and seamless handoffs required to successfully complete production activities.

At this level, the Production Control Specialist 2 is expected to proactively drive problem-solving efforts and coordinate with organizational stakeholders to maximize production efficiency and availability. The candidate will lead schedule management meetings involving large, cross-functional audiences, facilitating communication, identifying risks, and ensuring alignment of production priorities across teams.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Manufacturing Environment: Knowledge of work processes in a manufacturing work environment, utilizing a resource planning system.
  • Teaming: Experience, being successful working independently, receiving guidance from SMEs, as well as working effectively in a team environment; high emphasis on customer service and mission success is expected.
  • Process and Procedures: Experience adhering to and enforcing manufacturing planning processes and procedures.
  • Organization Skills: Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through to complete multiple tasks, often under strict deadlines, frequent interruptions, and changing priorities.
  • Project Management: Experience with project-oriented work environments, tracking progress, and monitoring performance.


Education/Experience at Production Control Specialist 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with WR (War Reserve) and R&D production manufacturing processes.
  • Material Requirement Planning: Knowledge and/or prior experience working in an MRP/ERP like system
  • Basic skills in Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word.
  • Experience in project and program management, including planning, organizing, and resource management


In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the Production Controls Specialist 2 level requires:

  • Demonstrated ability to lead production coordination activities and facilitate large schedule management meetings.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to collaborate across multiple work groups and resolve scheduling or workflow conflicts.
  • Experience using enterprise-level scheduling systems and production planning tools
  • Advance P6 experience
  • Demonstrated advanced ability to conceptualize and communicate major elements of facility operations and operational quality assurance to both technical and non-technical personnel.
  • Demonstrated advanced ability to field, prioritize and resolve multiple emergent issues simultaneously.


Education/Experience at Production Control Specialist 2: Position requires 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with WR (War Reserve) and R&D production manufacturing processes.
  • Material Requirement Planning: Knowledge and/or prior experience working in an MRP/ERP like system
  • Basic skills in Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word.
  • Experience in project and program management, including planning, organizing, and resource management.


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 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.

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.

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