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Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Continuous Improvement Specialist (CIS) to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

We are looking for a dedicated Continuous Improvement Specialist (CIS) who is passionate about driving positive change and making a significant impact on our organization. If you have the required qualifications and a strong record in process improvement, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team and contribute to our ongoing success through your expertise in continuous improvement methodologies.

What You'll Do

CIS are leaders who work to change the way people think about organizational norms, systems & processes in pursuit of continuous improvement. They use technical & interpersonal skills to solve complex problems. Using a variety of tools in partnering and continuous improvement, they drive change in the projects and programs as they facilitate and lead. They are master communicators in their roles as leaders, mentors, and trainers.

Leadership – Leads the teams by understanding interdependencies of cross-departmental ownership and involves stakeholders in the development of comprehensive solutions that address root cause issues impacting the organization (versus fixing a symptom).

Project Management – Manages, facilitates, and executes projects with a high amount of autonomy using logical and structured approach for problem solving and continuous improvement.

Communication & Stakeholder Interaction - Presents technical information to executive level stakeholders, technical & non-technical audiences, and internal & external customers. Communicates with employees at all levels of the company.

Enterprise Impact – Uses problem-solving techniques to become a model of operational excellence and project management for the Department of Energy (DOE). Defines strategies and provides insight on how to effectively prioritize and manage them. Develops tools, dashboards, and queries to monitor & improve performance.

Subject Matter Expertise (SME) - Acts as an SME for Partnering and Continuous Improvement programs, methodologies & tools, which may include but are not limited to: Project scoping & chartering, Metric development and data collection, Process and value stream mapping, Fishbone diagram, fault trees, event trees (causal analysis), Failure modes and effects analysis (risk analysis), XY matrix (cause & effect matrix), Process modeling and simulation, Lean tools (e.g., 5S, 8 waste, pull, flow), Inferential statistics (confidence intervals, sample size), and TQM.

Teaching – Provide coaching and training to sustain excellent performance.

Exempt Grade Level(s) (30-36)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.

• Master's degree with four (4) years of professional experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree with six (6) years of professional experience, or
• Associate’s degree with ten (10) years of professional experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with fourteen (14) years of professional experience is required.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience leading "Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control" (DMAIC) process improvement projects and/or multi-site/multi-organizational meetings.
• Basic data analysis acumen and understanding of how to develop algorithms using logic and condition statements. Must be able to learn and perform statistical data analysis and simulation modeling.
• Strong computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and have ability to learn/use relevant software programs.
• Strong people skills and is an excellent communicator, facilitator, team player, and change agent.
• Strategic, creative, and strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Project and program management skills with strong influential leadership skills and the ability to drive performance into all areas of responsibility.
• Ability to effectively interface with a diverse range of stakeholders, including laborers, craft, senior management, technical SMEs.
• Ability to work independently with personal motivation; is adaptable and committed to achieving objectives while dealing with obstacles.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Relocation assistance*
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Long-term disability program
  • Health and Flexible savings accounts
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Minimum salary $78,719 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.