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Production Controller


Job Location:

Wichita, KS - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 61722 - 61722
Posted: 6 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a PRODUCTION CONTROLLER Position Description Number D1255000and is part of the KS Surface Maintenance Manager Kansas Army National Guard.


Duties

As a PRODUCTION CONTROLLER GS you will establish 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. Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: This position works on a 4/10s compressed work schedule with four 10-hour days Tuesday-Friday each week of the pay period. Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements.
Telework: ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND PRESCRIBED UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK


Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • 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.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate Secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers contributing to a cooperative working environment and successfulaccomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • Duties and responsibilities of this job significantly impacts the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements your organization and its changing mission.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a current valid Kansas State drivers license.
Qualifications

Military Grades: E-1- E-8 WO1-WO2

Compatible Military Assignments: Immaterial

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have 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 experience education or training 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.

Physical Demands
Work is sedentary with no special physical demands. There is a requirement to walk stand bend or carry light items. When overseeing work may be required to perform in-process inspection and final inspection to ensure quality and completeness of repairs and services.

Work Environment
Work is performed in an office setting involving everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions. Work area is adequately lighted heated and ventilated. Visits to production areas are relatively free of hazards.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( hired into this position may qualify for a recruiting or relocation incentive.

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