Materials Examiner and Identifier

Defense Logistics Agency • Tinker AFB, OK

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About The Position

Examines and identifies the most complex and difficult items received by the site, including hazardous and toxic materials and other sensitive, critical, and controlled commodities. Applies established techniques and procedures and uses seasoned knowledge to detect defects, including defects in conspicuous places. Resolves problems involving damaged shipments and determines whether to accept or reject material, suspend the item, or forward it for property disposal. Has delegated authority to make final determinations on acceptance of material and independent responsibility for assigning condition classifications and shelf-life codes and determining whether material should be repaired or disposed of. Operates materials handling equipment to move, load, unload, stack, and unstack palletized materials, supplies, and equipment.

The position is located at DLA Distribution Oklahoma City. Work is performed in a warehouse or outside work areas year-round. The employee may handle hazardous materials and must use appropriate protective clothing and equipment. A pre-employment physical is required, and the employee must be able to obtain and maintain required MHE licenses and hazardous-materials certifications.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must meet the applicable screen-out element and demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to perform the work; no specific length of experience is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses or certifications required by the installation and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required hazardous materials handling certifications.
• Must complete a favorable suitability or fitness determination when reciprocity cannot be applied.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical.
• Must have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or be exempt.
• Must comply with DLA drug-testing requirements, including pre-employment testing if selected for a testing-designated position.
• Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting, including lifting up to 60 pounds; assistance is requested for items exceeding 60 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for lengthy periods and frequently bend, stoop, push, and pull material.
• Must wear required safety and protective equipment, which may include eye, respiratory, and foot protection, protective clothing, and hearing protection.

Responsibilities

• Examine and identify complex and difficult items received by the site.
• Process hazardous and toxic materials and other sensitive, critical, and controlled commodities using required techniques and procedures.
• Detect defects in material, including defects in conspicuous places.
• Resolve issues with damaged shipments and determine whether to accept or reject material, suspend the item, or forward it for property disposal.
• Make final determinations on acceptance of material.
• Assign condition classifications and shelf-life codes and determine whether material should be repaired or disposed of.
• Operate materials handling equipment to move, load, unload, stack, and unstack palletized materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Wear safety clothing and equipment appropriate to the assigned job and work area.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on the position and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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