Job summary

About the Position: This position is within the Defense Health Agency, located in Martin Army Community Hospital at Fort Moore, Georgia. Incumbent is responsible for the receipt, storage and issuance of a wide range of food supplies within the Nutrition Care Division of the facility.

Major duties

Receive and unpack a variety of materials that are delivered to the medical treatment facility. Inspect materials to verify they are correct and in proper condition. Sort, mark, and store materials according to standardized operating procedures. Move items manually, by hand cart, or by other material-handling equipment to designated areas. Utilize computerized logistics system to receipt and track materials for the Department.

Qualification

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Materials Handler ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common materials handler tasks such as moving items or supplies according to storage requirements; monitoring supply stock levels on a daily basis; evaluating space requirements for maximizing storage capacity; entering equipment details into an inventory management system. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) Physical Effort: Performs work on hard surfaces and in work areas that requires standing, stooping, bending and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries various supply items that weigh up to 40 pounds and may be difficult to grasp. May occasionally handle items that weigh over 40 pounds using hand truck or with assistance. Working Conditions: Tasks are performed indoors and outdoors and occasionally require exposure to bad weather conditions. Storage areas may be hot, cold, damp, drafty, poorly ventilated and lighted. Work is sometimes dirty, dusty and greasy. Is subject to cuts, scrapes, bruises and broken bones as a result of accidents.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Best Qualified. Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the announced position. Highly Qualified. Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for the announced position. Qualified. Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the announced position. You may claim Military Spouse preference. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) applicants will receive preference consideration and will be placed (if selected) at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined best qualified, up to and including the full performance level. You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.