Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- Radiological Operations
- Radiation Protection
- Nuclear Facilities
- Commissioning
- Hvac Systems
- Work Control Systems
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, Nuclear Engineering, Chemistry, Health Physics, or related technical discipline (or equivalent operational experience)
- Minimum 10 years of experience supporting industrial facility operations, nuclear operations, radiological facilities, manufacturing operations, or related technical environments
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary operational activities in regulated or industrial environments
- Demonstrated understanding of operational safety practices, facility maintenance coordination, work planning, and procedural compliance
- Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
- Experience working with operational procedures, work control systems, and facility documentation
About this role
Oklo is seeking a Facility Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at Idaho Radioisotopes Laboratory in Idaho Falls, ensuring safe and efficient execution of radioisotope production activities in a highly regulated nuclear environment. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams across operations, maintenance, radiation protection, and security while driving operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate day-to-day facility operations in accordance with approved procedures, operational requirements, and regulatory expectations
- Oversee operational support activities including maintenance coordination, facility readiness, work planning, logistics, material handling, and operational scheduling
- Support implementation and continuous improvement of facility operations programs, industrial safety practices, radiological controls, and operational procedures
- Coordinate facility upgrades, equipment installations, infrastructure improvements, clean room modifications, HVAC upgrades, and contractor oversight activities
- Oversee facility support personnel, contractors, and cross-functional operational teams to ensure safe and efficient execution of work activities
- Support radiological operations and ensure compliance with applicable site radiological controls, contamination control practices, and facility operational requirements
- Ensure compliance with site security requirements, access controls, and operational safety programs
- Support operational readiness, commissioning activities, emergency preparedness initiatives, and response to abnormal or emergent conditions
- Oversee material receipt, storage, inventory accountability, and logistics coordination activities
- Maintain operational records, facility documentation, work tracking systems, and programmatic reporting
- Support audits, inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives related to facility operations
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships across operations, engineering, radiation protection, maintenance, and leadership teams
- Promote operational discipline, procedural compliance, industrial safety, and a strong nuclear safety culture
Preferred qualifications
- Previous experience supporting radioisotope production facilities, nuclear laboratories, research facilities, or radiological operations
- Experience with facility startup, commissioning, or operational readiness programs
- Experience overseeing facility upgrades, contractor coordination, or infrastructure improvement projects
- Experience with industrial safety programs, radiological controls, or quality assurance programs
- Forklift, material handling, or industrial equipment operational experience
- Project management or operations leadership experience
Location, schedule, and travel
On-site in Idaho Falls, Idaho
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