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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 1 day ago

Respiratory Protection Program Team Leader (Industrial Hygiene & Safety Manager 3)

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking a Respiratory Protection Program Team Leader to lead a team of Industrial Hygiene and Safety Professionals, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and effective program delivery across multiple locations.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor Respiratory Protection Technicians who perform respirator fit-testing, issuance, sanitation, maintenance, and training support

Coordinate multi-site operations, ensuring consistent implementation across RPP service locations, including scheduling of staff, resource allocation, workload balancing, and ensuring coverage for mission-critical operations

Manage and improve respirator inventory processes, including oversight of equipment tracking, lifecycle management, readiness checks, and implementation of scalable inventory systems and digital tools

Ensure the program's compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, DOE 10 CFR 851, and LANL institutional requirements

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, workflow guidance, training content, and documentation needed to support RPP activities

Lead quality assurance initiatives, internal assessments, and corrective actions to improve service delivery and operational reliability

Build and maintain strong partnerships with customers, facility operations, logistics, occupational health, and other OSH programs to ensure timely, high-quality support

Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement, ensuring the RPP team contributes effectively to LANL's mission execution and compliance framework

Qualification

Supervisory experienceRespiratory protection knowledgeOperational workflow managementInventory management systemsTraining developmentSafety program complianceEffective communicationService orientationAttention to detailTeam leadershipProblem-solving

Required

Supervisory or technical leadership experience in respiratory protection, industrial hygiene, safety operations, or related technical fields

Demonstrated ability to lead teams performing respirator fit-testing, issuance, training support, or equipment maintenance

Strong knowledge of respiratory protection program requirements, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, respirator types, limitations, fit-testing methods, cleaning/sanitation protocols, and program documentation standards

Proven ability to manage and improve operational workflows, including scheduling, process mapping, resource coordination, and metrics-based program evaluation

Experience implementing or managing inventory or asset-tracking systems, including digital or enterprise-level tools used for equipment control, lifecycle management, and operational reporting

Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to engage with employees, customers, facility operations, and management across multiple organizations

Ability to handle sensitive operational demands while maintaining professionalism, service orientation, and attention to detail

Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE 'Q' level clearance

Training or experience in managing personal protection equipment, processes, and personnel in a complex, high-risk operational environment

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation

Preferred

Strong understanding of Department of Energy (DOE) requirements, including 10 CFR 851 Worker Safety and Health Program and Integrated Safety Management (ISM)

Knowledge of LANL and DOE/NNSA missions, as well as LANL management systems and requirements in areas such as personnel, budgeting, procurement, and safety

Experience supervising respirator fit-testing programs, multi-location service operations, or safety equipment distribution programs

Experience deploying or managing enterprise-scale systems for tracking equipment, inventory, training, or workflows

Familiarity with PPE program management or the ability to oversee PPE processes adjacent to RPP operations