Supervisory Packaging Specialist

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Defense Logistics Agency

Supervisory Packaging Specialist

New Cumberland, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    No

    Major Duties

    • Manages the storage and shipping of the hazardous material section.
    • Serves as a liaison to advise and discuss policy governing hazardous storage procedures.
    • Interprets and provides policy guidance to distribution center/site personnel for implementing and assuring compliance with established packaging requirements.
    • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and directives, special packaging instruction (SPl's) and guidance.
    • Ensures compliance with governing environmental laws/regulations related to packaging of material.
    • Provides technical advice and assistance to depot elements on matters relating to preservation and packaging of material received, stored and issued.

    Qualification Summary

    To qualify for a Supervisory Packaging Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-11 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Conducts quality and performance studies of processes involving packaging methods and techniques used or the materials used for packages, packaging and preservation Evaluates discrepancies, complaints and conflicts related to preservation, packing, packaging, palletization and marking Participates in inspection reviews of the distribution facilities for packaging compliance for receiving, storing and issuing material. B. Education: Education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Education must be from a college or university accredited by an organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education. See http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx. If using education to meet basic qualifications, YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT as supplemental documentation. To qualify at the GS-11 level based on education in lieu of specialized experience, applicants must possess a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Demands Work requires standing on hard surfaces, maintaining balance for extended periods of time. Requires frequent bending, stooping, reaching and twisting in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. May lift greater weights with assistance. Incumbent must be able to shift/relocate other heavy materials using appropriate materials handling equipment. So e work may occasionally be of a sedentary nature Work Environment The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts associated with working in a warehouse environment and will require appropriate safety precautions. Most work is performed inside, however, some outside work may occur and will be subject to inclement weather. Discomfort may be experienced while wearing protective equipment and devices. Incumbent may be exposed to hazardous vapors, liquids, powders and solids and there may be a possibility of cuts and bruises. May be subject to hazards of working close to moving equipment (forklifts, trucks, and conveyor lines). Incumbent shall adhere to all safety standards, rules, regulations and procedures and use protective equipment and devices as required and will work in a safe manner.

  • Compensation
    $84,601-$109,975 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.