Ammunition Inspector

U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command•Richmond, KY

About The Position

This position assists with quality inspections of ammunition and rockets throughout storage, maintenance, demilitarization, destruction, and shipping operations. The role may be filled as a term appointment not to exceed 13 months; term appointments may be extended under the conditions described in the posting. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access. The position also requires background and credit checks, drug testing, pre-employment and annual physicals, and completion of applicable ammunition-operations training, qualification, and certification requirements. A valid state-issued driver's license is required. Work is performed indoors or outdoors, sometimes on concrete, lead, or conductive-composition floors. Work areas are generally well lighted and ventilated, and some are heated. Employees wear protective clothing and may encounter dirt, noise, fumes, changing weather, explosives, or irritants. The work involves lifting, moving loads, standing, and other physical activity. The job has no education qualification requirement. A federal employee benefits package is available; specific eligibility depends on position type and other factors.

Requirements

Be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
Undergo a background investigation and credit check.
Meet Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements, including pre-employment screening and random testing thereafter.
Pass a pre-appointment physical and annual physicals thereafter.
Complete applicable AR 700-28 training, qualification, certification, and retraining requirements within the specified period.
Be subject to the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
Possess a valid state-issued driver's license.
Meet the minimum qualification screen-out requirement: demonstrate the ability to perform Ammunition Inspector work without more than normal supervision, including checking packaging, recording item information, assisting with routine inspections, recognizing defects, and following safety instructions.
Demonstrate ability to inspect; interpret instructions and specifications; work with dexterity and safety; apply knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair; apply knowledge of materials and technical practices; and use measuring instruments.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Lift items weighing up to 40 pounds frequently and occasionally more than 40 pounds; pull or push pallet jacks carrying loads up to 4,000 pounds.
Perform work involving sitting, walking, bending, reaching or crouching, climbing, and long periods of standing.
Wear required protective clothing and work in conditions that may include dirt, noise, fumes, weather variation, explosives, or irritants.

Responsibilities

Inspect ammunition and packaging for damage, degradation, serviceability, and compliance with quality requirements.
Inspect ammunition maintenance processes for compliance with specifications, approved procedures, and safety requirements.
Inspect rockets and electrical components to assess serviceability, deterioration, and functional condition.
Monitor demilitarization and demolition operations for compliance with explosive-safety and operating procedures.
Perform ammunition-surveillance support inspections and testing to verify shipment condition, storage safety, packaging adequacy, and environmental hazards.
Check packaging, record item information, and assist with routine inspections.
Recognize defects and follow established safety instructions.