Shipping Packer (WMS) - PPP&M-3

Amentum•Ogden, UT

About The Position

The Shipping Packer packs and repacks a wide variety of materials, verifies item condition codes against release order requirements, and determines the required packaging according to shipping documents, instructions, military standards, Department of Defense manuals, and regulatory requirements, including hazardous materials requirements. The position reports to a designated Lead, Supervisor, or Manager and is not to exceed June 30, 2027. The role includes examining and processing material under DLA regulations; preserving, packaging, marking, and labeling material before it is released to storage or shipping; choosing appropriate containers and cushioning; entering and receiving data in DSS and other automated systems; preparing basic reports; and recording counts and weights and preparing and applying tags and labels. The position may also involve operating material handling equipment to move or load material. The work is performed in a shop environment with hazardous equipment, moving material handling equipment, obstacles, high activity, loud noise, and potential fumes or airborne particles. Outside work in hot, cold, or wet weather is often required. Protective devices are required. The role requires lifting and carrying up to 45 pounds for short distances and the ability to stoop, bend, kneel, walk, use full dexterity, and have correctable vision. Travel or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance may be required. The position is on the first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time.

Requirements

At least three months of general work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the position requirements; no specific experience is required.
High school diploma or GED. General experience may substitute for education at a rate of one year of experience for one year of high school.
Ability to obtain a license to use material handling equipment within 30 days of selection.
Packers who process material requiring HAZMAT certification must successfully pass the required training.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds for short distances, stoop, bend, kneel, and walk; have full dexterity and correctable vision.
May be required to travel.
May be required to pass and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

Pack and repack a wide variety of materials.
Verify item condition codes and reject items that do not meet release order requirements.
Determine packing requirements using documents, instructions, military standards, DOD manuals, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Identify, examine, classify, accept, reject, and dispose of material in accordance with DLA regulations.
Preserve, package, mark, and label material in accordance with Military Standards before releasing it to storage or shipping.
Select suitable containers and cushioning from available stock to protect material from damage.
Conduct basic material inspection and examination procedures.
Read contract specifications and photographs when required.
As needed, operate material handling equipment to load material on and off skids, pallets, stands, and vehicles.
Receive and enter data in DSS and other automated systems and prepare basic reports.
Count and weigh material, record data, and prepare and apply tags and labels.
Carry out other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Complete required training and fulfill applicable safety responsibilities, including self-aid/buddy aid and emergency-response duties.
Follow Amentum quality policies, applicable quality-system documents, customer contracts, and operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedures.