Production Controller

A GSPRODUCTION CONTROLLER:

• Establishes plans and schedules for maintenance and repair using multiple process production methods and procedures for a variety of vehicles and equipment such as combat vehicles heavy-duty engineering and mobile equipment tracked vehicles towed and self-propelled artillery communications and electronic equipment guided missile systems and small arms. Implements maintenance plans and monitors progress of accomplishments. Using readiness production and management reports available from the current automation support program and/or manual system provides status of equipment maintenance actions in progress and location of equipment as required or requested. Responsible for data input of work order information status changes supply updates and other pertinent information. Makes on-the-spot adjustments to repair priorities necessitated by unscheduled maintenance requirements.
• Ensures Modified Table of Organization and Equipment (MTO&E) or Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) reportable Line Item Numbers (LIN) are properly managed reported and accounted for with respect to readiness reports property accountability reports and system management. Based on guidance received prioritizes resources to ensure the highest level of readiness in support of training and mobilization requirements of supported units. Ensures that Army Materiel Status System (AMSS) equipment readiness reports are correct and submitted in a timely manner to meet Department of the Army (DA) reporting suspense.
• Programs workload shop space and available personnel on a short and long-term basis. Conducts initial and long range planning on matters which include multiple process production maintenance operations equipment readiness including mechanical skills availability of test and diagnostic equipment repair parts annual training requirements mobilization requirements; and other factors influencing the repair modification and maintenance of equipment and readiness reporting.
• Ensures that unit Class 9 (CL IX) accounts are funded budgeted and executed to maximize readiness. Performs demand analysis on unit CL IX expenses to determine proper stockage to sustain unit mission requirements.
• Designates and maintains current maintenance priorities by Force Activity Designator pacing items Equipment Readiness Codes (ERC) A B and C equipment type available funds commanders priority state/national priorities (in the case of floods fires and mobilizations) and unit supported. Using the current automation support system authorizes the acceptance of equipment for repair; monitors work priorities current status and completion of work orders; requisitions and provides status of repair parts; and assures the effective utilization of maintenance personnel. Provides both standard and ad hoc reports on the status of work orders to the supervisor and/or units. Assists supervisory personnel regarding readiness CL IX funding production problems and work planning. Assists in the resolution of problems encountered between scheduled or unscheduled production or priority requirements.
• Analyzes repair methods and develops control procedures and policies to assure accomplishment of programs to meet priorities and deadlines established by higher authority or support activities. Ensures that this is performed in the most effective and efficient manner possible with good quality control and quality assurance procedures in place. Coordinates with units and other support activities concerning the delivery status of repair operations and/or pick up of completed work orders. Coordinates with logistical personnel equipment specialists higher ranked management officials item managers at depots concerning critical shortages of repair parts required to support the maintenance repair program.
• Provides technical guidance and oversight to a lower-graded Production Controller. May provide guidance and oversight of mechanics Tools and Parts Attendants or other positions assisting in the maintenance production or maintenance management processes. Ensures necessary maintenance workers are available and that required reports are submitted to units and higher headquarters in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.(temporary minor or incidental tasks)

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: PV1 (E-1) - SFC (E-7)

Desired Military Assignments: 91/92/88
- Applicants need not be assigned to the position or possess the MOS to apply or be considered for selection. Selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Military position and attain MOS within 1 year of appointment action.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- All soldiers civilian employees and contractor employees who drive Army-owned or leased vehicles must complete the Army Avoidance Course (AAC) training when they start working for the Army.
- Must have a valid Washington state and military drivers license.
- Must be able to obtain a Government Travel Card (GTC) and be able to attend all schools deemed necessary by the supervisor.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Must maintain membership in the WA Army National Guard for continued employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate SECRET security clearance of the position.
- This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
- Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
- The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements your organization and its changing mission.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience education or training which indicates the candidate can reason in quantitative terms communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner understanding the terminology and data pertaining to repair operations and process characteristics of the production activity.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 24 months experience education or training scheduling workflow in more than one area and responsible for coordinating products or materials from support activities. Experience in performing or supervising journeyman level work in a production facility. Experience preparing job or work orders; scheduling various phases of projects into the production facility; following up to see if work is progressing as planned and arranging for adjustments in materials machine processes and work sequencing allowing for changes. Experience with current automation support programs to input data provide status of equipment and monitor job order status monitor work priorities requisition repair parts track repair parts status etc.

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1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level.

***Note: To qualify under the one-year Specialized Experience (SE) provision (when stated in the SE section) you must provide either:
Two SF-50s (or equivalent) showing you were in the same occupational series at the next lower grade for at least one full year. The two SF-50s must span that full one-year period from the older SF-50 to the newer SF-50 and reflect employment with the same federal agency.

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One SF-50 (or equivalent) if your resume shows at least one year of continuous employment in the position reflected on the SF-50 (or equivalent).