Distribution Process Worker Supervisor

Defense Logistics Agency • New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Process Worker Supervisor directs employees involved in distribution processes, including receiving, picking, packing, and stowing. The supervisor evaluates work for effectiveness and economical use of personnel, materials, and methods to meet production goals. The role includes administrative responsibilities such as approving leave, identifying training needs, and ensuring employee participation in safety, quality assurance, and other management programs.

The supervisor establishes deadlines, sets priorities, and coordinates work with other supervisors. The position operates material handling equipment (MHE), including forklifts with capacities up to 10,000 pounds, warehouse tractors, and stock selectors. It ensures that safety and security practices are implemented and followed in accordance with OSHA and DLA standards, and performs other duties as assigned.

The position is located at DLA Distribution Susquehanna in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, and may be used to fill various shifts. It is an obligated position: occupancy is subject to the return of the former incumbent and may become permanent if the incumbent does not return. A pre-employment physical, supervisory probation, and completion of the Supervisory Certification Program are required. The selectee must obtain and maintain an MHE license, any licenses or certifications required by the installation and applicable laws, and a valid state driver's license or certification to operate government vehicles.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must meet the applicable screen-out element and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability or potential necessary to perform the work; no specific length of experience is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses and/or certifications required by the installation and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license or certification to operate government vehicles.
• Must complete supervisory probation and the Supervisory Certification Program.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical.
• Appointment is subject to a favorable suitability or fitness determination where reciprocity cannot be applied.
• Must meet the Selective Service requirement if applicable: males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered or exempt.
• Must provide REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities.
• Employees must refrain from illegal drug use; selected applicants for testing-designated positions must undergo pre-employment drug testing and employees in those positions are subject to random testing.
• Must be able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods, bend, stoop, work in tiring or uncomfortable positions, and lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds; heavier items require weight-handling equipment or assistance.
• Must work in hot, damp, cold, drafty, and poorly lighted areas, both indoors and outdoors, and be able to use required protective clothing.

Responsibilities

• Direct employees engaged in receiving, picking, packing, stowing, and other distribution processes.
• Evaluate work for effectiveness and economical use of personnel, materials, and methods to meet production goals.
• Approve leave, identify training needs, and ensure participation in management programs such as safety and quality assurance.
• Establish deadlines, set priorities, and coordinate work with other supervisors.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts with capacities up to 10,000 pounds, warehouse tractors, and stock selectors.
• Ensure safety and security practices are implemented and followed in accordance with OSHA and DLA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a range of benefits; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed