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 inspector checks ammunition and packaging for damage, degradation, serviceability, and compliance with quality requirements; verifies that maintenance processes follow specifications, approved procedures, and safety requirements; and assesses rockets and electrical components for serviceability, deterioration, and functional condition. The role also monitors demilitarization and demolition operations and performs ammunition-surveillance support inspections and testing related to shipment condition, storage safety, packaging adequacy, and environmental hazards. The incumbent must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance or access, undergo required background and credit checks, and meet drug-testing and physical-examination requirements. The position requires AR 700-28 training, qualification, certification, and retraining for applicable ammunition operations, as well as a valid state-issued driver's license. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision, including routine inspection duties and recognition of defects while following safety instructions. Work is performed indoors or outdoors, often in areas that are well lighted and ventilated, with some heated work areas. The job involves physical activity, handling heavy items, operating pallet jacks, and wearing protective clothing. Workers may encounter dirt, noise, fumes, weather variations, explosives, and irritants.

Requirements

Be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
Complete 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 examination and annual physical examinations thereafter.
Meet AR 700-28 training, qualification, certification, and retraining requirements; certification must be completed within 12 months of assignment or initial appointment as applicable.
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.
Demonstrate the ability to perform the work of an Ammunition Inspector without more than normal supervision, including checking packaging, recording item information, assisting with routine inspections, recognizing defects, and following established safety instructions.
Demonstrate ability to inspect; interpret instructions and specifications; use dexterity and safety practices; understand equipment assembly, installation, and repair; understand materials and technical practices; and use measuring instruments.
Frequently lift items weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift items weighing more than 40 pounds.
Be able to pull or push pallet jacks with loads of up to 4,000 pounds.
Perform work involving sitting, walking, bending, reaching or crouching, climbing, and long periods of standing.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Meet any applicable Selective Service registration certification requirement for male applicants born after December 31, 1959.

Responsibilities

Inspect ammunition and packaging for damage, degradation, serviceability, and compliance with quality requirements.
Inspect ammunition maintenance processes to verify compliance with specifications, approved procedures, and safety requirements.
Inspect rockets and electrical components to determine 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 and record item information as part of routine inspections.