Nuclear Performance Improvement, Principal

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Job Summary

The Performance Improvement Team ensures consistent application of the Corrective Action Program (CAP) in accordance with 10 CFR 50 Appendix B.
The Performance Improvement Team acts as internal oversight and support in the implementation of nuclear fleet PI methodologies and industry best practices including CAP and the continuous improvement programs.
The Performance Improvement Team provides critical feedback of station performance and potential organizational weaknesses to station leaders.
Performance Improvement Specialists reports to the Supervisor Fleet Performance Improvement or the Manager Fleet Performance Improvement.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Performs analysis for fleet and station performance data in support of OR Staff and Department PI Coordinators.
• Performs periodic trending and performance analysis of key performance metrics.
• Perform facilitation of fleet OR/PI meetings such as MRB and CARB.
• Maintains knowledge and responsibility for all department procedures, including OE, HU, CAP, observations, investigations, analysis.
• Serves in a partial capacity as DevonWay Administrator.
• Participates in industry workshops, trainings, peer assessments, and development opportunities to maintain subject matter expertise.
• Other duties, as assigned by the Performance Improvement management.
• Collaborates with Performance Assessor(s) and Nuclear Oversight to review station performance and identify areas of needed improvement, elevates and escalates issues to Senior Leadership, as appropriate.
• Supports Fleet OE coordination or response to Industry Experience Reports and provides oversight of IRIS data submittal across the fleet.

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

• 5+ years experience in a nuclear functional area. 
• Superior analytical and technology skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and time management capabilities.
• Broad technical understanding of nuclear plant processes, programs, and procedures.
• DPIC Mentor, root cause analyst qualification, knowledge of OE and HU Programs (IRIS/PIC training), demonstrated application of PI Tools and analysis techniques.

Key Metrics

• Corrective Action Program compliance with 10CFR50 Appendix B
• Quality of cause analysis products across fleet
• Applicable industry and department performance metrics
• Results Orientation
• Technical competence
• Driving force in team performance

** Final pay grade will be determined based on applicant's experience and qualifications **

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Glen Rose, Texas

Texas

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