Accelerator Operations Supervisor

• Monitors accelerator performance troubleshoots operational issues and coordinates with maintenance teams to minimize downtime
• Ensures adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintains accurate production logs and documentation

• Enforces strict adherence to radiation safety protocols ensuring compliance with all local national and international regulations (e.g. NRC IAEA FDA)
• Conducts regular safety audits and risk assessments implementing corrective actions as needed

• Monitors production processes to maintain consistency and compliance with downstream Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Reviews and analyzes production data to identify trends and implement process improvements and testing while mentoring team members and driving continuous improvement

• Sets KPIs for the accelerator operations group communicates key program updates and drives improvements in quality safety and productivity to ensure KPIs are met

• Provides regular updates to senior management on production metrics operational challenges and safety performance

• Identifies opportunities to enhance operational efficiency reduce costs and improve isotope production processes
• Stays updated on advancements in accelerator technology radioisotope production and industry best practices
• Leads and inspires a diverse team of skilled professionals
• Ensures the onboarding training and career development of staff members
• Within the department and across the organization fosters a culture of respect safety quality and continuous improvement aligning with the mission vision and values of the organization

• Embraces & models the Niowave Values of Teamwork Courage Integrity and Upright Zeal
• Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization appreciates the history of current state know how and when to make suggestions as well as using just the right pace to reach the improved future state
• Understands your own communication and learning styles can assess others styles and is able to find the right path to connect the two
• B.S. in engineering or related field or equivalent industry experience or equivalent formal education and hands on experience
• 5 years of progressive positions in accelerator operations
• 3 years of supervisory experience including day-to-day activities of a team of 6 or more with demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams establish career development tracks and succession planning
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills
• Organizational and project management skills for self and teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Proven ability to lead and develop staff and teams
• Expertly performs in a team-oriented collaborative environment
• Strategic thinking and ability to balance short term needs with long term business evolution

• M.S. in engineering or related field or equivalent industry experience
• 8 years of accelerator experience
• Hands-on experience utilizing lean manufacturing principles for continuous process improvements (Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing 5S).
• 5 years of supervisory experience including day-to-day activities of a team of 5 or more with demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams establish career development tracks and succession planning

• Full-time position
• Companys standard operating hours are Monday thru Friday 6:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. with production related activities requiring 24/7/365 shifts
• This position will be assigned to working hours that correspond with shift rotations that require 24/7/365 coverage
• Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area and travel between locations is expected in the role

Required Experience:

Manager