Supply Technician

Defense Logistics Agency • Richmond, VA

26d

About The Position

The Supply Technician performs causative research to resolve critical inventory discrepancies. The role involves researching discrepancies and imbalances identified through warehouse denials, customer complaints or inquiries, physical inventory counts, location surveys, special inspections, and other sources. The technician determines causes and makes or coordinates appropriate adjustments to inventory records and documents; processes Supply Discrepancy Reports (SDRs) through research and resolution; and performs shelf-life updates and Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) activities as required. The position also participates in evaluating and analyzing inventory-discrepancy trends and assists specialists with analyzing automated systems and implementing new applications. The technician may operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts and stock selectors, to move material.

Work is performed in office settings and warehouses. The position may be used to fill various shifts at DLA Distribution Richmond, Virginia. Work involves standing on hard surfaces for extended periods, bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and frequently lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 pounds. Heavier items may be handled with assistance or material handling equipment. The employee must be capable of carrying out emergency escape procedures from a captive-aisle stock selector at heights of 40 feet. The work environment may involve moving parts, carts or machines, adverse weather, and irritant chemicals; protective clothing or equipment may be required.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet the specialized-experience and other eligibility requirements. A pre-employment physical is required. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain required licenses and certifications, including a valid state driver's license or certification to operate government vehicles and a valid material handling equipment (MHE) license. The position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, has a set schedule, and requires a non-critical-sensitive security determination with Secret access. Recruitment incentives are not authorized.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or equivalent in another pay system. Creditable experience includes conducting physical inventories and location surveys; investigating stock, record, or material discrepancies affecting inventory balances or SDRs; and preparing reports on investigation results.
• Must meet eligibility requirements, including minimum qualifications and other regulatory requirements by the announcement's cut-off or closing date.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain licenses and certifications required by applicable installation, federal, state, and local laws.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license or certification to operate government vehicles.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
• Must complete a favorable suitability or fitness determination where reciprocity cannot be applied; the position requires non-critical-sensitive status with Secret access.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• Must comply with DLA drug-testing requirements, including pre-employment testing if selected for a testing-designated position.
• Must be capable of emergency escape procedures from a captive-aisle stock selector at heights of 40 feet.
• Frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds; heavier items may be moved with assistance or material handling equipment.
• Must provide transcripts or other documentation if using education to qualify; foreign education used to meet qualifications must be evaluated as specified in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Research inventory discrepancies and imbalances identified through warehouse denials, customer complaints or inquiries, physical inventory counts, location surveys, and special inspections.
• Determine the causes of discrepancies and make or coordinate appropriate adjustments to inventory records and documents.
• Process Supply Discrepancy Reports (SDRs) through research and resolution.
• Perform shelf-life updates and Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) activities on stock as required.
• Participate in evaluating and analyzing inventory-discrepancy trends.
• Assist specialists in analyzing automated systems and implementing new applications.
• May operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts and stock selectors, to move material.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive access to a comprehensive benefits package for themselves and their families; specific benefits depend on position eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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