X-energy

Shift Manager (Fuel Facility)

Oak Ridge, TN · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$175k-$200kDetected 33 days ago

ComplianceLeadership

About the role

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities.
All applications will be submitted via our company career page, www.x-energy.com/careers/.
If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you in a manner otherwise, please contact us at www.x-energy.com/contact-us.

Lead the production and maintenance shift teams, ensuring cohesive, well‑coordinated operations.
Lead on‑shift briefings.
Maintain real‑time awareness of facility status, equipment performance, and workflow bottlenecks.
Support root‑cause investigations and corrective actions for quality deviations.
Maintain accurate shift logs, production reports, and turnover documentation.
Ensure personnel stop work when unsafe conditions exist and support rapid resolution of hazards.
Lead and participate in emergency response drills, including development, coordination, and evaluation of drill packages.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including updates to standard operating procedures and production documentation
Document production results, safety events, quality concerns, and equipment issues in accordance with plant requirements.

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering
5+ years of management experience in nuclear industry, nuclear-related field, or relevant non-nuclear manufacturing within a regulated environment.
Strong understanding of safety‑critical operations, quality systems, and procedural compliance.
Must be able to pass a drug test
Must have the ability to wear a respirator
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Must be able to perform frequent repetitive lifting and bending associated with production processes
Must be able to stand for long hours
Experience with basic computer applications and electronic data collection systems.

Familiarity with industrial safety practices, emergency procedures, and proper handling of hazardous / radioactive materials.
Demonstrated leadership experience in shift‑based or 24/7 operations.
Experience in nuclear fuel fabrication, nuclear operations, or DOE/NRC‑regulated facilities.
Working knowledge of TRISO-X fuel processes, glovebox operations, or radiological controls.
Prior experience supervising multidisciplinary technical teams.
Nuclear Material Control & Accountability experience

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.).
Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them.
Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions.
Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.
Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual's qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:
$175,000- $200,000

Manage staffing coverage for assigned shift.
Enforce adherence to all environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements.

We will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process.

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