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Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC

Production Manager

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States, 37830

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Production Manager Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC

is seeking qualified candidates for a

Production Manager

opportunity in

Oak Ridge, TN .

Position Summary We are hiring a results‑driven and experienced Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations for an industrial manufacturing project within the nuclear sector. The role oversees daily production activities, manages personnel and resources, and ensures compliance with nuclear quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate all aspects of complex component production, including scheduling, staffing, and workflow optimization.

Ensure compliance with NQA‑1, DOE, NRC, and internal quality and safety standards.

Supervise production teams and provide coaching, training, and performance evaluations.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply‑chain teams to meet project milestones and resolve production issues.

Monitor production metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Maintain accurate documentation of production activities, material usage, and equipment performance.

Support audits, inspections, and customer reviews with operational transparency and traceability.

Oversee equipment maintenance planning and ensure readiness of manufacturing assets.

Enforce contamination control protocols and cleanroom procedures where applicable.

Manage production budgets, resource allocation, and capital planning.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in production management, preferably in the nuclear, aerospace, or defense industries.

Proven leadership and team‑management skills in a high‑compliance environment.

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting DOE or NRC‑regulated projects.

Knowledge of NQA‑1 and nuclear regulatory frameworks.

Familiarity with complex systems or high‑speed rotating equipment.

Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production control tools.

Master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business.

Other Job Requirements

United States Citizenship.

Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security clearance (active clearance is a plus).

Application Steps Please follow the application steps via our website:

www.edgewatertech.net/careers . Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so.

Working with Edgewater Technical Associates Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC is a New Mexico‑based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with regional offices across the United States to locally support its growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed‑price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private‑sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high‑hazard, or complex operations.

We offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages, including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, as well as a pre‑ and post‑tax 401(k) retirement account with company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning Day 1.

Equal Opportunity Employer Edgewater is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability in accordance with EO 14173.

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