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Job Summary

The Ammunition Handler is responsible for the safe handling of a variety of ammunition, explosives, and rockets. The position supports Theater Ammunition Supply Point (TASP) operations through the receipt, storage, and issue of ammunition and residue items. The role requires compliance with Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. Army, company, safety, security, and quality assurance regulations while providing responsive customer support and maintaining operational readiness.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and issue ammunition, ammunition components, and ammunition-related material.
• Conduct periodic inventories of ammunition, ammunition components, and ammunition-related material.
• Maintain and update magazine data cards, ammunition store slips, storage plan-o-graphs, and related documentation.
• Interpret ammunition storage data and transportation drawings for DOT shipments.
• Load and unload explosives-laden vehicles.
• Perform 100% inspection of all returned residue to ensure it is explosive-free.
• Process ammunition issues and turn-ins in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform ammunition accountabilities defect-free.
• Ensure all ammunition is inspected and sealed by a QASAS prior to storage in bunkers.
• Maintain worksites to company lean standards to enhance production.
• Perform housekeeping of worksites and clear brush from fence lines to 10 feet on both sides.
• Support and participate in the Company Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) and QA program.
• Comply with ammunition DoD instructions, DoD and U.S. Army regulations and pamphlets, company SOPs, local work instructions, and procedures.
• Wear prescribed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ensure equipment is properly dispatched using a dispatch logbook and perform daily PMCS.
• Maintain accountability for and properly operate assigned equipment.
• Maintain a company driver's license and complete forklift recertification at least every three years.
• Observe policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance for explosive safety and OSHA/CALOSHA requirements.
• Observe strict key control procedures.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance regarding physical security.
• Train and cross-train coworkers and other personnel.
• Attend assigned training sessions.
• Annually recertify for AMMO 68.
• Comply with all company rules, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain positive interactions with internal and external customers.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Must be able to work under stressful circumstances and meet short suspense dates.
• Must be free of medical restrictions that prevent the performance of required duties or the use of PPE.
• Must be physically capable of working in extreme temperatures, low humidity, rain, blowing sand, and dust.
• Must utilize proper lifting procedures and material handling practices.
• May be required to work extended hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and other uncommon duty schedules.
• Operate material handling equipment (MHE) to maneuver ammunition.
• Be capable of performing ammunition supply stock control and accounting duties using automated and manual procedures when directed by the U.S. Government.
• Must be capable of lifting at least 50 pounds unassisted, stooping, bending, climbing, and possess normal color vision.
• Must comply with DA PAM 611-21 physical qualification requirements.
• Must be able to perform receiving, storing, and issuing of conventional ammunition, guided missiles, large rockets, explosives, and ammunition-related items in accordance with applicable Army and DoD regulations.
• Assist in alternate project areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Knowledge of ammunition and hazardous material handling to ensure the safe receipt, storage, issue, and movement of ammunition, explosives, chemicals, or radioactive materials in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance and possess the background necessary to access government computer systems.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in military ammunition supply, installation support services, ASP operations, or equivalent support operations.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess a valid State Real ID.
• Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license (or obtain the required license within 10 days of employment if relocating from another state).
• Must be able to obtain a military operator's permit for required vehicles and equipment.
• Must meet FORSCOM Regulation 350-10 certification requirements.
• Should be qualified at a level meeting or exceeding the technical qualifications required of a U.S. Army Ammunition Specialist (89 CMF) or civilian equivalent.
• Must meet TASP certification requirements and be subject to review by the NTC TASP Certification Board.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed forklift operator (4K to 6K capacity).
• Knowledge of pallet building, including 463L pallet preparation for ammunition shipments.
• HAZMAT certification.
• Strong understanding of U.S. Army and DoD ammunition regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of military ASP operations, preferably U.S. Army.
• Ability to complete AMMO 31, 45, 63, and 68 certifications within 90 days of assignment (with AMMO 68 maintained annually thereafter).
• Prior service as an MOS 89B (Ammunition Specialist) or similar military occupational specialty.
• Prior military and/or contingency operations experience.