Production Operator

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) is seeking Production Operators to be based in our Aiken, SC location on the Savannah River Site (SRS).

Apply online using a current resume and required WorkKeys under the careers section of Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC) Please note that Applied Math is now a required WorkKey.

Selected candidates will complete initial Nuclear Fundamental Training at Aiken Technical College in Aiken, SC.

The Production Operator will perform general process functions to support production operations at SRMC Liquid Waste facilities.

• Performs lockouts per procedure (requires working in various parts of buildings)
• Receives, handles, and ships solid waste material. Monitors process piping and equipment, and inventories solid waste materials in tanks and vault
• Orders, stocks, handles, and maintains supplies and required personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform facility activities
• Performs procedure walk downs (may require protective clothing and/or respiratory equipment)
• Operates forklifts and reaches and/or climbs a ladder
• Must be physically able to evacuate facility and/or area during an emergency
• Meets the physical requirements for the essential job duties, which may include handling 50 pounds, climbing, bending, twisting, exposure to extreme temperatures, wearing protective clothing/equipment, including respiratory.
• Works from standard and special procedures, training, shift logs, verbal and written turnover, and supervisory direction
• Performs administrative functions such as completing process procedures, completing sample requests, using a copier, completing store orders, participating in procedure development, and other administrative duties as required
• Performs production process support functions such as verifying and handling solid waste materials created during facility operating activities, pulling samples, decontaminating equipment and facilities
• Participates in event investigations
• Alert to changes in facility conditions (radiological, environmental, or potentially hazardous) and makes appropriate notifications
• Performs other duties as necessary to support the production program or as assigned
  
  
  

To be considered, all applicants must meet the listed requirements (1 & 2 below) by providing resumes and test scores with their applications. This posting will close on June 15, 2026. All required test scores must be submitted to the applicant's profile by June 15, 2026.

• High School Diploma or GED
  
  
  

AND

• Skills Assessment Tests results as described below from ACT or WIN
  
  
  

ACT WorkKeys Skills Assessment Tests - All four (4) of these test scores must be uploaded / attached to the online application for consideration. Please follow the instructions in the application as you enter your information.

• Graphic Literacy (formerly Locating Information) minimum score = 4
• Workplace Documents (formerly Reading for Information) minimum score = 4
• Workplace Observation minimum score = 2
• Applied Math (formally Applied Mathematics) minimum score = 5
  
  
  

WIN Learning Solution Ready to Work Credentials - All three (3) of these test scores must be uploaded / attached to the online application for consideration. Please follow the instructions in the application as you enter your information.

• Locating Information or Data Ready minimum score = 4
• Reading for Information or Reading Ready minimum score = 4
• Comparable “Essential Soft Skills Assessment”
  
  
  

ACT testing locations can be found on the ACT website. Visit this website to learn more about ACT WorkKeys and find a testing center near you. ACT WorkKeys

WIN testing locations can be found on the South Carolina Works website. Visit this website to learn more about WIN testing and find a testing center near you. WIN SC Works

Additional Information

• Candidate must meet facility specific qualification/certification standards.
• Candidate must be able to obtain appropriate security clearance for facility.
• Candidate must maintain all required local, state, federal licenses as required by supported facility.
• Relocation Assistance is not available for this position.
  
  
  

Qualification Requirements

• Selected candidates must successfully complete initial and ongoing training and qualification programs for assigned tasks, including classroom and on-the-job training. Candidates will complete Nuclear Fundamentals training at Aiken Technical College in Aiken, SC. Candidates must receive a score of 80% or better on the classroom exam(s) to obtain a required Nuclear Fundamental Certificate.
• Candidates must meet and maintain facility specific qualification/certification standards.
• Candidates must complete radiological protection training and maintain all required local, state, or federal licenses as required by the assigned facility.
• Completion of ACT WorkKeys Skills Assessment Test Applied Technology, minimum score 3
• Associate degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or STEM related discipline from an accredited program
  
  
  

Savannah River Mission Completion (SRMC), a prime contractor for the US Department of Energy, is responsible for managing the Department of Energy’s Savannah River Site’s Liquid Waste operations contract. Located in Aiken, South Carolina, SRMC is a limited liability company formed by nuclear operations and environmental remediation global leaders BWXT, Amentum, and Fluor. The SRMC Team is responsible for the closure of waste tanks, the operation of the Savannah River Site’s Defense Waste Processing Facility, tank farm operations and associated production and disposal facilities. www.savannahrivermissioncompletion.com

• SRMC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package with flexibility to meet your needs. Highlights of our plans include
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan - 5% immediate company contribution, additional matching for employee contributions
• Health Insurance and Prescription Drug Program
• Health Savings Account
• Telehealth with BlueCare on Demand
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Includes 160 hours annual paid time off (accrued monthly), plus 11 paid holidays
• Life and Accident Coverage
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  
  

USD $32.29/Hr.

Exceptions to this range/rate may be applied on a case-by-case basis taking into account aspects such as education, experience, and skill need of the organization.

SRMC, is committed to equal employment opportunity to employees and qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status as a parent, sexual orientation, or genetics. Our equal employment opportunity policies encompass all aspects of the employment relationship, including application and hiring, promotion and transfer, selection for training opportunities, wage and salary administration.