Distribution Process Worker

Defense Logistics Agency; Cherry Point (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency is seeking a Distribution Process Worker to perform stock handling, receiving and processing of shipments, and packing for dispatch. You will verify shipping documents, select items for shipment, and maintain accurate inventory tallies.

You may operate forklifts or other material handling equipment in a dynamic warehouse setting. The role involves standing for long periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working in varied outdoor/indoor conditions, with standard federal

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the work of a Distribution Process Worker with minimal supervision.
• Experience receiving, unloading, packing, and processing shipments.
• Willingness to work in varied environments and lift items up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Stock selection, stow items, conduct location surveys, and perform physical inventories.
• Process incoming shipments and verify documents against packing labels.
• Pack and repack items using standard packing materials and techniques.
• Assemble shipments for loading and verify container condition before loading.
• Count items during inventories and maintain tally listings.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and warehouse tractors.

Job description

Telework Eligible

No

Major Duties

• Duties include stock selection, stow, location survey, physical inventory, material handling, material examining and identifying, packing, and operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
• Receives, unloads and processes incoming shipments. Checks accompanying documentation against container or packing labels. Follows established procedures in reporting over, short, misdirected, or damaged materials.
• Packs and/or repacks a variety of items utilizing a wide variety of standard packing materials, methods and techniques. Determines appropriate method of packing based on the type of commodity/item to be packed.
• Assembles items for shipment in the loading area according to information provided on the shipping requests and checks the condition of shipping containers prior to loading. Ensures shipments are properly loaded onto the right conveyances.
• Counts types and quantities of items during inventories, and maintains tally listings during the count. Recounts or searches other storage locations to assist in determining the basis for over, short, or misplaced items.
• Operates one or more types of material handling equipment such as standard type forklift with a lifting capacity of up to 15,000 pounds, warehouse tractor, or general-purpose vehicle.

Qualification Summary

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, 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 at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition. The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is: Ability to do the work of a Distribution Process Worker without more than normal supervision. Independently performs the more complex duties, such as receiving, unloading, and processing incoming shipments; selecting items for shipment; examining shipping documents to determine cargo loading requirements; packing and repacking a variety of items for shipment utilizing a wide variety of standard packing materials, methods and techniques; checking accompanying documentation against container or packing labels; following established procedures in reporting over, short, or damaged items; generating labels and routing or moving material to conveyors or staging areas. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Effort Stands on hard surfaces for extended periods of time. Bending, stooping, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds. Uses weight handling equipment or receives assistance from other workers for items heavier than 40 pounds. Working Conditions Works outside and inside areas that are hot, damp, cold, drafty, and poorly lighted. Subject to cuts, scrapes, bruises, muscle strain, noise, abrasions, falls, and injury from falling stock. Wears protective clothing such as steel toed shoes, respirators, safety glasses and earplugs. Mechanized roller conveyors are often present and is a normal part of material routing and distribution.

Compensation

$23-$27