Machinist Leader

TACOM • Anniston Army Depot, AL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist Leader works at the Anniston Army Depot in Anniston, Alabama. The depot is the largest employer in Calhoun County, with approximately 4,000 employees. The role directs daily assignments, maintains workflow, checks work in progress for compliance with prescribed methods, resolves procedural issues with supervisory authority, and determines machining methods for repair and overhaul operations.

The position involves setting up and operating computer numerical control machines and coordinating routine work. It is performed in a machine shop that is moderately lighted, heated, and ventilated, with exposure to machining hazards and materials. Shift work may be needed to provide coverage during evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Requirements

• Demonstrate the ability to perform the work of a Machinist Leader without more than normal supervision; no specific length of training or experience is required.
• Ability to lead or supervise.
• Ability to use hand tools for a machine shop.
• Ability to use shop drawings.
• Knowledge of metals, measurement, and layout.
• Ability to operate machine tools.
• Knowledge of technical practices.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds in regular duties; the physical-effort description also notes frequent handling of 15–25-pound items and occasional lifting in excess of 45 pounds, with assistance available for heavier items.
• Ability to work standing, stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Meet an applicable employment authority category listed in the announcement; eligible categories include current Department of Army civilian employees, specified transition and placement program eligibilities, military spouses, and veterans under VEOA.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Complete a background investigation if required for the suitability or fitness determination.
• Complete a one-year probationary period, during which the agency evaluates fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest.
• Use direct deposit for pay.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily assignments while ensuring standards and deadlines are met.
• Provide necessary plans and equipment to ensure continuous workflow.
• Examine work in progress to verify compliance with prescribed methods.
• Resolve procedural issues by consulting supervisory authority.
• Determine appropriate machining methods in support of repair and overhaul operations.
• Set up and operate computer numerical control machines to complete assigned work.
• Relay supervisor instructions, assign and coordinate routine work, and ensure tools, materials, and equipment are available.
• Monitor work progress and answer questions about established procedures and work instructions.
• Promote compliance with safety and housekeeping requirements.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Relocation or recruitment incentive may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

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