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Explosives Operator Leader

McAlester, Oklahoma, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$29.09/hr - $33.91/hr

The position is with the Joint Munitions Command located at McAlester, OK, serving as an Explosive Operator Leader at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant. The role involves leading a team in trades and labor work related to the manufacturing, maintenance, and demilitarization of various munitions and explosives.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as a working leader providing work instructions to employees for daily explosives operator tasks

Enter daily results into an automated reporting system (MRP) including consumptions and confirmation

Advise workers on proper procedures and techniques to be used based on the nature of assignment

Perform explosive production, rework or maintenance operations, such as operating automatic and semi-automatic machines using judgment and manual skill to determine how much to adjust controls or when to start another stage of the operation

Perform manual assembly operations such as assembling a fuse, inserting booster charges and detonators, screwing or bolting down components to achieve mechanical strength

Qualification

Explosives OperationsAmmunition HandlingSafety ProceduresHazardous Waste ManagementLeadershipPhysical FitnessInstructional SkillsPlanningOrganizing

Required

Ability to do the work of an Explosives Operator Leader without more than normal supervision

Ability to pass on instructions received from supervisors and demonstrate work procedures

Knowledge of and ability to follow standard operating and safety procedures for explosives operations

Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)

Ability to Lead or Supervise

Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles)

Ability to Plan and Organize Work

Knowledge of Ammunition and Explosives

Possess and maintain a valid stateside driver's license

Complete the introductory course in hazardous waste management within six months of being assigned to these duties and attend annual hazardous waste management refresher course

Ability to frequently lift objects weighing 30 to 40 pounds and some assignments require lifts above 60 pounds at a production pace

Endurance and eye-hand coordination are required to work at a set pace and rhythm for long periods

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation

This position meets the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs

This position is subject to a pre-employment screening and random testing

This position requires an Arms, Ammunition and Explosives Security Certification/Screening in accordance AR 190-11

This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position

This position is designated 'Mission Essential'

Benefits

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