Production Controller (Ammunition)

U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command • Richmond, KY

9h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Army Sustainment Command in Richmond, Kentucky. The Production Controller (Ammunition) is responsible for scheduling current and backlog ammunition inspections, including Periodic Inspections, Storage Monitoring Inspections, Receipt Inspections, and Foreign Military Sales Inspections. The role verifies barcode-scanned information for data integrity and system accuracy; analyzes conventional ammunition operations to assess schedule adherence; and reviews records to identify delays, causes, corrective actions, and schedule adjustments. The position also provides technical advice on ammunition surveillance inspection procedures and mission-material procurement, participates in meetings about production schedules, estimates, funding authorizations, and reports, and develops Standard Operating Procedures for product or project renovation, maintenance, and inspection using multiple production processes. The incumbent delegates backlog inspection scheduling and uses the Logistics Modernization program and Munitions History Program to retrieve munitions history and maintenance data.

The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access. A background investigation, credit check, pre-employment screening, and random drug testing are required. The position may require participation in Chemical Accident/Incident Response and Assistant (CAIRA) situations after training. It is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment and Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs.

Applicants must meet the stated specialized experience requirement through experience alone; education may not substitute. Applicants with recent General Schedule service must also meet the time-in-grade requirement. A one-year probationary period applies. The position may be filled as a time-limited promotion, reassignment, or change to a lower grade not to exceed one year for a current permanent Army employee, with certain extensions or possible permanent appointment without further competition. The position is a Logistics Career Program role. PCS costs are not authorized.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience preparing reports to communicate procedures, policies, or plans; using logistics or inventory systems to input or retrieve data; and researching data to ensure inspection requirements are met.
• Specialized experience must be obtained through experience alone; education cannot substitute.
• Applicants who held a GS position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• A background investigation and credit check are required.
• Subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing.
• Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• May be required, if qualified and trained, to participate in CAIRA situations and serve on response teams.
• Must meet applicable Lautenberg Amendment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Schedule current and backlog ammunition inspections, including Periodic Inspections, Storage Monitoring Inspections, Receipt Inspections, and Foreign Military Sales Inspections.
• Verify information captured through barcode scanning to ensure data integrity and system accuracy.
• Analyze conventional ammunition operations to determine whether schedules are being followed.
• Review records to determine project progress, causes of delays, needed corrective actions, and necessary schedule adjustments.
• Advise on ammunition surveillance inspection procedures and procurement of mission materials.
• Attend meetings concerning production schedules, estimates, funding authorizations, and reports.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for renovation, maintenance, and inspection using multiple production processes and procedures.
• Delegate backlog ammunition inspection scheduling.
• Use the Logistics Modernization program and Munitions History Program to retrieve munitions history and maintenance data.

Benefits

• The job posting states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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