Logistics Manager

At BWX Technologies Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) we are People Strong Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security clean energy environmental restoration nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7800 employees BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S. Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXTs technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information visit . Follow us on LinkedIn X Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth collaboration and technical excellence. At our Oak Ridge Tennessee Enrichment Operations site you will join teams working at the forefront of advanced nuclear manufacturing precision engineering and missioncritical national security programs. Whether youre an experienced professional or just starting your career youll find opportunities to challenge yourself partner with seasoned experts and contribute to innovation shaping the future of nuclear technology. Our work requires a wide range of skills and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and career stages who share a passion for meaningful impact and technical advancement.

Position Overview
As our Logistics Manager for Manufacturing Start-Up Operations you will lead the strategic development implementation and continuous improvement of logistics operations across multiple manufacturing and warehouse facilities within BWXT Enrichment Operations. You will own all aspects of material flow warehousing transportation receiving shipping inventory control logistics systems and mobile equipment operations. This role plays a vital leadership role in new factory start-ups facility expansions major equipment installations production launches and model-change transitions.

You will build and scale logistics operations from the ground up integrating lean manufacturing principles automation technologies and advanced logistics systems to support world-class safety quality delivery cost and productivity performance. This position requires strong cross-functional leadership and close collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering Production Supply Chain Quality Finance and external suppliers to ensure uninterrupted material flow through critical-value manufacturing environments.

Location
On-site in Oak Ridge Tennessee

Your Day to Day as a Logistics Manager
Lead logistics planning system development and full implementation for new (greenfield) and expanded (brownfield) manufacturing facilities including warehouse design material flow concepts lineside delivery strategies and overall facility readiness for Start of Production (SOP).
Develop endtoend material flow strategiesfrom inbound receiving through production delivery and outbound shippingintegrating supermarket sequencing kitting and linefeed operations.
Support facility master planning building and infrastructure reviews utilities planning and installation/commissioning of logistics equipment during launch and production rampup.
Direct logistics readiness for new product launches engineering changes and production transfers including phasein/phaseout strategies serviceparts planning supplier coordination and launch material control plans.
Manage inbound logistics receiving warehousing material handling inventory management and outbound shipping operations to ensure uninterrupted flow of raw materials components packaging and finished goods.
Optimize inventory levels and flow through transportation planning carrier management network design thirdparty logistics oversight and contingency planning for supply chain disruptions.
Provide leadership across multiple facilities standardizing logistics processes policies KPIs performance expectations and bestpractice sharing across all BWXT locations.
Coordinate interfacility and intercompany material movements and maintain logistics performance visibility through unified dashboards and KPI reporting systems.
Develop specifications and lead procurement evaluation and lifecycle planning for materialhandling equipment including forklifts reach trucks tuggers AGVs/AMRs racking systems manipulators and warehouse automation technologies.
Drive ergonomic improvements and safe materialpresentation methods conduct ergonomic assessments and ensure compliance with OSHA BWXT and DOE/NNSA requirements while promoting a zeroinjury logistics culture.
Develop and maintain logistics policies standards work instructions and standard operating procedures covering receiving shipping inventory control warehouse operations transportation cycle counting and physical inventories.
Implement Lean Manufacturing TPS and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste optimize material flow increase inventory accuracy and improve warehouse productivity and delivery performance.
Support implementation and continuous improvement of ERP MRP WMS TMS MES barcode/RFID realtime location and automated inventorytracking systems; utilize data analytics for decisionmaking and performance enhancement.
Lead development of operating budgets capital plans businesscase justifications and ROI analyses for logistics investments including automation warehousing projects mobile equipment transportation initiatives and facility expansions.
Monitor logistics spending manage capital project execution track milestones evaluate costreduction opportunities and ensure alignment with BWXT financial and operational goals.

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Operations Management or related field.
Minimum 8 years of progressive logistics leadership experience in manufacturing environments.
Minimum 3 years leading logistics operations in automotive aerospace heavy equipment or high-volume manufacturing.
Experience supporting multiple facilities warehouses or distribution centers.
Experience with ERP WMS MRP and inventory control systems.
Strong leadership project management and strategic-thinking skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading new factory start-ups or major facility expansions.
Experience supporting model launches or engineering changes.
Lean Manufacturing TPS or Six Sigma experience.
APICS/ASCM certification.
PMP certification.
MBA or Masters degree in a relevant field.

What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package including health dental and retirement plans.
Flexible work schedules and paid time off (as applicable for leadership roles).
Professional development and continuing education support.
An inclusive and collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives.
Opportunities to contribute to high-impact national security and manufacturing programs.
Continuous learning and long-term career growth within BWXT.

Pay: $131480- $207000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $131480 and $207000 per year. However the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate such as job-related knowledge skills experience and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical retirement and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired the selected job candidate will be employed at-will unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment compensation or benefit program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance company or individual department/team performance and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor BWX Technologies Inc. and any subsidiaries affiliates and related entities (BWXT or the Company) complies with all federal state and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety such all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug addition the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation drug test previous employment and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment compensation career development benefits company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race color religion sex national origin citizenship age disability protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies unless a binding written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services job openings and fees to be paid (Agreement). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXTs Talent Acquisition team at

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Manager