Warehouse Specialist Ammo (ASP)

Amentum; Louisiana; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks an Ammunition Warehouse Specialist to manage storage locations, inventories and handling of ammunition and residues at the ASP. You will ensure secure storage, conduct location surveys, and maintain documentation while following all regulations and safety standards.

You will load/unload vehicles, operate MHE up to 10K, and participate in continuous improvement and QA programs. Amentum emphasizes teamwork, proper training, and compliance with company policies and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with storage and warehouse functions, preferably ammunition-related.
• Must have ammunition handling experience (military or civilian).
• Must pass Ammo-45 and Ammo-67 training or have equivalent credentials.
• Must obtain/maintain MHE licenses/certifications.
• Valid state driver license and eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Issue, store, inventory and maintain locations for ammunition and residues.
• Ensure sealed storage to prevent pilferage of items.
• Inspect vehicles and conduct location surveys and inventories.
• Follow policy, procedures and regulatory guidance for ammunition handling.
• Update magazines data cards and storage plan diagrams.
• Load/unload vehicles and operate MHE up to 10K and other warehouse equipment.
• Participate in CIP and QA programs; mentor/training support.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, quality standards and SOPs.
• Complete paperwork and maintain GFE/CFE accountability.
• Interact professionally with internal and external customers.

Skills

Ammunition handling experience

Storage and warehouse knowledge

MHE operation familiarity

DOD ammo training eligibility

Hazardous materials handling

Valid state driver license

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Ammunition Warehouse Specialist performs a variety of warehousing duties that require an understanding of the Ammunition Storage Point (ASP) storage plan.

Essential Responsibilities

• Issues, stores, inventories and perform location maintenance on all storage locations of ammunition and residue.
• Ensure that all Ammunition Items stored are sealed to prevent pilferage.
• Inspect vehicles.
• Conducts 100% location surveys and 100% inventories.
• Complies with published policy, procedures and regulatory guidance for the receipt, storage, issue, and disposition of ammunition.
• Performs accurate document editing procedures.
• Maintains and updates magazine data cards, ammunition store slips, storage plan-o-graphs and other related documents.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and maintenance of outside/inside the ASP.
• Loads / off loads vehicles and operates MHE up to 10K and other warehouse equipment.
• Participates in Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) and QA Programs.
• Mentors and assists with on-the-job training and cross-training.
• Trains, cross trains and attends training sessions as required.
• Complies with all Company rules, policies and procedures.
• Complies with all safety, environmental & quality standards & applicable SOPs & Regulations.
• Provides for the accountability and proper care of all GFE / CFE.
• Favorably interacts with internal / external customers.

Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years’ experience and specific knowledge in storage and warehouse functions, preferably with ammunition or hazardous materials.
• Must have ammunition handling experience (military or civilian equivalent).
• Must have or must pass the DOD Introduction to Ammunition (Ammo-45)
• Must have or must pass the DOD Hazmat General Awareness and Familiarization Training (Ammo-67)
• Must be able to successfully complete and maintain all required ammunition training.
• Must have or be able to obtain MHE licenses/certifications.
• Must have a valid and current state driver license.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must understand and be able to use Technical Manuals.
• Must be able to complete paperwork associated with ammunition.
• Ability to work in a team environment

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. with or without accommodation.
• Must utilize all proper lifting procedures and practices.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to work under pressure and strenuous conditions.
• Must be able to meet short suspense dates.
• Must be able to conduct work in the out-of-doors area with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions (i.e. extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain and blowing dust).
• Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of stooping; climbing; standing; and sitting for long periods of uninterrupted time.
• May require shift work.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• During the usual work period, the worker may be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable.

Other Responsibilities

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Compensation Details

$22.48

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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