Packer (Forklift Operator)

U.S. Army Sustainment Command • Fort Wainwright, AK

10d

About The Position

Oversees the operation of the warehouse packing function. Performs warehousing activities involving receiving, storing, issuing, shipping, location surveys, inventory, and re-warehousing of general supplies and equipment, including hazardous and radioactive materials and wastes. Operates forklifts capable of lifting loads over 10,000 pounds. Identifies and checks item quantities against shipping and receiving documents and ensures items are identified by stock or catalog number for warehousing. Blocks, braces, and ties down items placed in or on trailer vans and flatbed trailers.

The position involves warehousing work indoors or outdoors, potentially in hot, cold, damp, drafty, and poorly lit areas. Work may involve exposure to dirt, dust, grease, hazards from falling stock and equipment, and, when handling hazardous materials, radiation or toxic, explosive, or chemical fumes. The work includes standing, stooping, bending, and frequent lifting and carrying of supplies, materials, and equipment weighing up to approximately 70 pounds; heavier items are moved with weight-handling equipment or assistance. Work may require a rapid pace for long periods and continual use of hand and power tools. Forklift and tug tractor operation requires physical effort to manipulate controls and move loads.

The employee must obtain and maintain a T3/Secret security clearance, a valid state driver's license, and forklift certification (if not already held, within six months of employment). The position requires a pre-employment physical and annual physicals, as well as successful completion of pre-appointment drug testing and annual or random testing thereafter. It is a designated mission-essential position, requiring the employee to report during inclement weather, natural disasters, and other emergencies, and possibly remain on duty after the official shift ends.

Requirements

• Meet the minimum screen-out requirement by demonstrating experience packing a variety of parts and materials, selecting appropriate packing materials, and packing or repacking items into containers without more than normal supervision.
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret instructions and specifications; use and maintain tools and equipment; exercise dexterity and safety; understand materials and technical practices; and maintain neat, clean, and orderly work practices.
• Obtain and maintain a T3/Secret security clearance.
• Possess or obtain and maintain forklift certification within six months of employment.
• Obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license to operate vehicles.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and annual physicals thereafter.
• Successfully complete a pre-appointment drug test and annual or random drug testing thereafter.
• Meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• Report for duty during inclement weather, natural disasters, and other emergency situations, and possibly remain on duty after the official shift ends.
• Meet the eligibility requirements of at least one of the listed employment authority categories.
• 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 one-year probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the warehouse packing function.
• Receive, store, issue, ship, survey locations, inventory, and re-warehouse general supplies and equipment, including hazardous and radioactive materials and wastes.
• Operate forklifts capable of lifting loads over 10,000 pounds.
• Identify items and check quantities against shipping and receiving documents.
• Ensure items are identified by stock or catalog number for warehousing.
• Block, brace, and tie down items placed in or on trailer vans and flatbed trailers.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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