Product Manager

Outage Services Operational Excellence Leader

Performance & Processes

Lynchburg, VA

What You've Accomplished

You have completed a Bachelor's Degree or experience in lieu of a degree. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You have worked in a related role for at least 4 years and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values.

You may have also acquired the following skills:

• Strong working knowledge of PC-based applications (Windows, Minitab, Excel, PowerPoint & simulation software)
• Strong problem identification and resolution skills with emphasis on "root cause" analysis
• Strong written and verbal communications including report development and presentation and facilitation skills
• Proficient technical competency in Lean Six Sigma skills: DMAIC, DFSS, Lean, Kaizen/Work-out, process management, change management and advanced statistical technique
• Aptitude to lead others; experience coaching and delivering training at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge and experience utilizing LEAN problem-solving tools (A3, 8D, Process Mapping)
• Ability to lead, motivate and effect change through others
• Knowledge of change management and ability to influence change
• Strong facilitator of meetings and continuous improvement events in order to lead the organization in A3s, 8Ds, 5S etc.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in parallel
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management
• Ability to change priorities quickly, lead independently, and work well as part of a team

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people's lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As an Operational Excellence Leader in Lynchburg, VA, you will be part of the proven team in the Outage Services Business Line in the Installed Base Business Unit. Under moderate supervision this position is responsible for assisting management in the development of a vision to systematically improve business operations on an on-going basis. Your work will include:

• Responsible for developing a continuous improvement culture using Lean tools in a pragmatic manner to implement timely, value-added change within the business.
• Provide leadership in driving culture changes needed to build support & participation in operational improvement initiatives.
• Drive to increase visibility of operational waste and ineffectiveness with an objective of chartering and implementing actions to address these issues:
• Conduct Training
• Quality & Continuous Improvement (A3 Problem Solving, Manager in Field, 8D Event Resolution, Visual Management)
• FMEA facilitation.
• Workshop Mode (VSM, 5S, Process Mapping, etc.)
• Facilitate / Coach
• Here & Now Meetings, A3 Projects, FMEA (and other Quality Tools), Voice of the Customer, 8D Event Resolution, Visual Management Meetings
• Evaluate long and short-term effectiveness of corrective/preventative actions. Identify areas where these actions have not been effective and interface with applicable manager to provide additional actions.
• Support Operating Unit Implementation Initiatives
• Master Plan (annual objective) Development and Maintenance
• Digital Transformation (Process Mapping and associated A3s for Digital T.)
• Reporting
• VoC (based on Net Promoter Score), Excelle in Quality, FMEA, A3 Progress, Master Plan
• Perform detailed trend analysis using performance indicators developed to identify adverse trends and declining performance. Identify both good and bad findings to management and ensure management takes adequate action to address degrading or unacceptable conditions or performance.
• Interface with Global OpEx Network

This position requires occasional travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.

See how the Installed Base Business Unit contributes to this future:

Discover Lynchburg, Virginia:

Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $75,000 - $97,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy's Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here:

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All 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.