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(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 7,800 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. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.\nWelcome to BWXT\nWe 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 mission-critical national security programs. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you’ll 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.\nPosition Overview\nAs 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.\nYou 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.\nLocation\nOn-site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee\nYour Day to Day as a Logistics Manager\n\nLead logistics planning, system development, and full implementation for new (greenfield) and expanded (brownfield) manufacturing facilities, including warehouse design, material flow concepts, line-side delivery strategies, and overall facility readiness for Start of Production (SOP).\nDevelop end-to-end material flow strategies-from inbound receiving through production delivery and outbound shipping-integrating supermarket, sequencing, kitting, and line-feed operations.\nSupport facility master planning, building and infrastructure reviews, utilities planning, and installation/commissioning of logistics equipment during launch and production ramp-up.\nDirect logistics readiness for new product launches, engineering changes, and production transfers, including phase-in/phase-out strategies, service-parts planning, supplier coordination, and launch material control plans.\nManage inbound logistics, receiving, warehousing, material handling, inventory management, and outbound shipping operations to ensure uninterrupted flow of raw materials, components, packaging, and finished goods.\nOptimize inventory levels and flow through transportation planning, carrier management, network design, third-party logistics oversight, and contingency planning for supply chain disruptions.\nProvide leadership across multiple facilities, standardizing logistics processes, policies, KPIs, performance expectations, and best-practice sharing across all BWXT locations.\nCoordinate inter-facility and inter-company material movements and maintain logistics performance visibility through unified dashboards and KPI reporting systems.\nDevelop specifications and lead procurement, evaluation, and lifecycle planning for material-handling equipment including forklifts, reach trucks, tuggers, AGVs/AMRs, racking systems, manipulators, and warehouse automation technologies.\nDrive ergonomic improvements and safe material-presentation methods, conduct ergonomic assessments, and ensure compliance with OSHA, BWXT, and DOE/NNSA requirements while promoting a zero-injury logistics culture.\nDevelop and maintain logistics policies, standards, work instructions, and standard operating procedures covering receiving, shipping, inventory control, warehouse operations, transportation, cycle counting, and physical inventories.\nImplement Lean Manufacturing, TPS, and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, optimize material flow, increase inventory accuracy, and improve warehouse productivity and delivery performance.\nSupport implementation and continuous improvement of ERP, MRP, WMS, TMS, MES, barcode/RFID, real-time location, and automated inventory-tracking systems; utilize data analytics for decision-making and performance enhancement.\nLead development of operating budgets, capital plans, business-case justifications, and ROI analyses for logistics investments including automation, warehousing projects, mobile equipment, transportation initiatives, and facility expansions.\nMonitor logistics spending, manage capital project execution, track milestones, evaluate cost-reduction opportunities, and ensure alignment with BWXT financial and operational goals.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.\nMinimum 8 years of progressive logistics leadership experience in manufacturing environments.\nMinimum 3 years leading logistics operations in automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, or high-volume manufacturing.\nExperience supporting multiple facilities, warehouses, or distribution centers.\nExperience with ERP, WMS, MRP, and inventory control systems.\nStrong leadership, project management, and strategic-thinking skills.\nMust be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience leading new factory start-ups or major facility expansions.\nExperience supporting model launches or engineering changes.\nLean Manufacturing, TPS, or Six Sigma experience.\nAPICS/ASCM certification.\nPMP certification.\nMBA or Master’s degree in a relevant field.\nWhat We Offer\nCompetitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.\nFlexible work schedules and paid time off (as applicable for leadership roles).\nProfessional development and continuing education support.\nAn inclusive and collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives.\nOpportunities to contribute to high-impact national security and manufacturing programs.\nContinuous learning and long-term career growth within BWXT.\nPay: $131,480 - $207,000\nThe base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $131,480 and $207,000 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 agreement. The 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.\nAs 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 protocols. As 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.\nAll candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In 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.\nBWXT 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.\nBWX 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. 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