Quality Assurance Specialist

Join us at Urenco USA (UUSA), where we're leading the way in nuclear energy innovation. Our state-of-the-art facility located in Eunice, NM, is the sole uranium enrichment site in North America. We are actively looking for individuals who are ready to work collaboratively on-site in Eunice, NM, and we're pleased to offer relocation support to help make this opportunity accessible to talented individuals like you. Come be a part of the future of clean energy.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Quality Assurance Specialist, working in the Compliance group, will be responsible for implementing the Quality Assurance Program at Urenco USA. The QA Specialist interfaces with employee and managers at all levels of the organization and also with external vendors and government agencies while adhering to foundational behaviors, company values and Urenco behaviors.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years of commensurate experience.

OR

- Associate's degree with 3–5 years of commensurate experience

OR

- 10 years of commensurate experience without a degree

AND

- Certification or ability to certify as a NQA-1 Lead Auditor, QA Inspector, NDE Inspector

Preferred Qualifications :

- Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of commensurate work

Specific Skills

- Strong written and oral communications

- The ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects

- Strong computer skills to include moderate to MS Word, Excel (moderate to advanced), Ethan (ASL software) and SAP

- The ability to maintain independence in daily work assignments with moderate to little direct supervision

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

- Broad knowledge of statistics and statistical process control

- Expertise in quality system, auditing and analytical methods

- Knowledge of inspection and control methods, techniques and documentation

- NIAC database knowledge

- Knowledge of, and/or the ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of NRC revisions to regulations, industry codes and standards including but not limited to: 10CFR50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1, 49CFR, and 10CFR71 Subpart H

Job Details

- Work Location: Urenco USA, Eunice, NM

- Emergency Response requirements are negotiable

- Work Schedule: Professional work schedule with minimal night/weekend support. Some nights and weekend work may be required. Employees are also subject to call-outs as needed

- Travel Required: 20% of the time or less as required

- Security Clearance Requirement: Controlled Access Area (CAA) Access and an L or Q level security clearance is required

- Work Environment: Radiological exposure expectations of < 100 mrem/yr. General Office, Plant Production Areas. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets etc.

Primary Functions

- Under general supervision perform the functions of ASME NQA-1 and ISO audits as lead auditor as per procedures

- Under general supervision perform the functions of QC inspector as per standards and procedures

- Under general supervision perform the functions of generating audit reports, evaluations and technical reports

- Under general supervision effectively communicate and collaborate within all levels of the organization including suppliers/vendors

- Possess education, knowledge, and experience sufficient to be certified as a Level II inspector in one or more areas

*The duties and responsibilities listed above do not reflect the position description in full and in complete detail.

Benefits

*Please note that we continually evaluate our plans and make adjustments as necessary to meet market and business requirements.

Compensation

Compensation starting at: $88,575 - $117,573 / year and up dependent on candidate.

Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages minorities, females, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. Urenco USA supports a drug free environment.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at HRUUSA@urenco.com.

Urenco USA | A trusted leader in meeting the world’s demand for sustainable energy.

Urenco USA (UUSA) is part of an international company that operates on the cutting-edge of the nuclear energy industry, utilizing the world’s most advanced, energy-efficient, and cost-effective method to enrich uranium. As the only enrichment facility in North America, UUSA helps provide clean, sustainable energy while operating under a framework of high environmental, social responsibility, and corporate governance standards. Our world-class facility is located in the middle of the EnergyPlex. We strive to promote the production of nuclear energy to facilitate the transition to a low-carbon economy while remaining dedicated to safety and investing in community outreach.

If you are already an employee of Urenco USA and are interested in applying for another job within the company, please apply and upload a completed Internal Candidate Application form (HR-2-3000-15-F-2), and your resume to the internal career portal.

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URENCO USA | Human Resources | HRUUSA@urenco.com