MATERIALS EXAMINER AND IDENTIFIER

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose is to perform work involved in the identification, examination, classification, acceptance, and disposition of complex categories of materials and equipment. In conjunction with the primary purpose, the employee performs materials handling activities involving receiving, storing, selecting, and shipping specialized materials and equipment.

Duties

CriticalReceives, examines, verifies, and identifies complex categories of materials and equipment, such asthose which aretoxic, radioactive, perishable, classified, high-valued equipment, precious/strategic metals, andcomplex electronic ormechanical equipment, assemblies, and components. CriticalMaintains an aggressive surveillance inspection program on stored/on-hand items. Verifiesitems/equipment areproperly identified and marked/tagged. CriticalReceives, examines, and determines condition of a wide variety of complex items and materials to beturnedin/removed. Performs most complex disposal tasks, such as those required in dealing with reuse,salvage, and salespreparation of a wide variety of complex items and materials. Monitors special programs, computerized listings, and documentation/records. Monitors the Repair Cycle, Time Change, and Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) programs. Utilizes safety and security practices and procedures following established rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area. Performs a full range of warehousing duties. Serves as a senior worker overseeing one or more product lines or a segment of a large warehouse; or as a senior worker in a smaller warehouse, assisting the supervisor in development of plans for storage and arrangement of stock. CriticalUses and maintains tools and equipment. Uses precision measuring tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and multimeters, and other various measuring devices, such as depth, thread, and wire gauges and calipers, to inspect/examine electronic, industrial, construction, and other equipment and materials to determine improper assembly, repair needs, and potential equipment malfunction.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6900 Warehousing and Stock Handling Group; Materials Handling. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the Work of the MATERIALS EXAMINER AND IDENTIFIER Without More Than Normal Supervision JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a wide range of materials, complete equipment items, technical components, parts, and commodities. Knowledge of warehousing or property reutilization and disposal procedures and plans, computerized listings/programs, and demilitarization procedures. Knowledge of safety and security practices and procedures. Knowledge of warehousing methods, procedures, and techniques; item identification, codes, warehouse plans, and storage areas and inventory procedures. Knowledge of receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping functions relative to the assigned commodities or segment of the warehouse to determine storage locations based on type and size of item, shelf-life, and security requirements. Knowledge of procedures, supply catalogs, technical manuals, and equipment drawings required for product and equipment verification. Skill in using measuring devices, such as depth, thread, and wire gauges and calipers, to determine adherence to contract specification. Skill in using a wide variety of tools, such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and cutting torches, to disassemble equipment as necessary for component identification, serviceability determination, and demilitarization. Ability to interpret and apply technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, and complex equipment and subjective materials specifications when examining, identifying, and verifying incoming and outgoing materials, such as aircraft engine assemblies, computers, and transmitter and radio assemblies, at point of warehouse receipt or shipment. Ability to disassemble equipment where necessary and identify and process many items requiring special handling, such as strategic and precious metals, hazardous materials, and electronic equipment, by performing chemical tests, employing appropriate safety procedures, and testing electronic equipment. Ability to screen documents and find missing data; use automated equipment such as optical readers, scanners, and computer keyboards to enter and extract data; and operate mechanized equipment including utility vehicles, mobile stock selectors, and electromechanical automated equipment. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.