Distribution Process Worker Supervisor

Defense Logistics Agency • Norfolk, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position directs employees engaged in various distribution processes such as receiving, picking, packing, and stowing. The role involves evaluating work for effectiveness and the economical use of personnel, materials, and methods to meet production goals. The supervisor manages administrative duties, including approving leave, identifying training needs, and ensuring participation in management programs like safety and quality assurance. They establish deadlines, set priorities, and coordinate with other supervisors. The role also requires operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as forklifts (with a capacity of up to 10,000 pounds), warehouse tractors, and stock selectors. A key responsibility is ensuring all safety and security practices are implemented and followed in accordance with OSHA and DLA standards. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Conditions of employment: Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Selectees are required to have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities.
• Pre-Employment Physical: Required
• Supervisory Probation: Required
• Completion of Supervisory Certification Program: Required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses and/or certifications required by the installation, federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
• Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations.
• Must meet any screen-out element listed.
• Show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties at the level for which you are applying.
• Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job.
• Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition.
• 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.
• Employee is required to wear safety clothing and equipment appropriate for the job and work area where assigned.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• This position and any future selections from this announcement may be used to fill various shifts located within DLA Distribution Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

• Directs employees engaged in various distribution processes such as receiving, picking, packing, and stowing.
• Evaluates work for effectiveness and the economical use of personnel, materials, and methods to meet production goals.
• Manages administrative duties, including approving leave, identifying training needs, and ensuring participation in management programs like safety and quality assurance.
• Establishes deadlines, sets priorities, and coordinates with other supervisors.
• Operates MHE such as forklifts (with a capacity of up to 10,000 pounds), warehouse tractors, and stock selectors.
• Ensures all safety and security practices are implemented and followed in accordance with OSHA and DLA standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Learn more about federal benefits.

What This Job Offers

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