Job opening: QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (CHEMICALS)
Salary: $60 823 - 79 070 per year
Published at: May 28 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
The primary purpose of this position is to manage the inspection function, the environmental program and the safety program for the fuels management flight and serve as technical advisor/authority for fuels quality/environmental management.
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Duties
Serves as the Fuels Environmental Coordinator for the implementation, documentation, training, trouble shooting and problem resolution of all fuels environmental related issues. Insures the Fuels Management Flight complies with environmental regulations and public laws.
Performs special environmental and recurring projects and studies. Develops and submits charts reflecting quarterly analysis to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality explaining variances between actual performance and approved objectives for fuel issues, transfers and gains/losses.
Performs Internal Evaluations. Performs regular surveillance over all phases of the fuels handling and cryogenic operations to insure that procedures and equipment do not deviate from acceptable quality assurance standards.
Participates in discussions, meetings, and serves on panels and committees relating to fuels flight quality, compliance, and environmental issues.
Works to achieve and support quality improvement in all products and services. Safeguards materials, items, and equipment for assigned area.
Serves as the Fuels Flight Safety Representative. Ensures safety program is in according with AFI 91- 301, The US. Air Force Occupational Safety, Fire prevention and Health program, AFOSH standards and AF! 23-201 for the Fuels Management Flight
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Position requires secret clearance
- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
- This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
- May be required to work uncommon shifts and extended hours.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Standard for Administrative Management Positions, Quality Assurance Series 1910
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Reviewing production activities and capabilities in light of contract quality requirements. Reviewing written quality or inspection procedures for adequacy, and evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of quality/inspection systems, including sampling plans. Analyzing quality data to detect unsatisfactory trends or weaknesses in the quality/inspection system. Verifying by test or inspection, using sampling inspection or intensive product inspection techniques, that products comply with requirements prior to acceptance. Identifying inadequacies and requesting corrective action.
Computing data, summarizing results, and preparing reports or charts depicting pertinent relationships using statistical methods. Investigating customer complaints and deficiency reports, and providing identification of causes to appropriate authorities. Reading, interpreting, and applying technical data such as blueprints, engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals. Reviewing and evaluating supply systems operations and procedures through periodic audits and surveillance inspections.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Extensive working knowledge of fuels operations, regulations, publications, procedures, fuels servicing equipment, facilities, and mission support requirements. Actions accomplished in the management of the fuels quality and environmental programs are based on incumbent' s knowledge of the mission and regulatory information.
Knowledge of quality assurance and environmental compliance programs, knowledge of fuels quality control to be gained from technical school, and the established procedures for monitoring in a petroleum handling/distribution operation. Knowledge of assigned commodities including pertinent quality characteristics, handling and distribution methods, special processes and test procedures. Must have a thorough knowledge of and be able to interpret Federal, State, and Local Laws on environmental protection as well as the policies contained in Public law, Federal regulations, and AF Policy Directives and Instructions and determine action required to comply with quality and environmental requirements. Reviews narrative reports, directives, and other documents showing methods to be followed in performing functions required in fuels processes.
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EDUCATION: master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree NOTE: You must submit a copy of college transcripts
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LL.B or J.D. with a Major study --quality assurance, statistics, mathematics, production management, industrial management, computer science, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, textiles, or other fields related to the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of college transcripts.
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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100% NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of Public Laws, state and local laws, DoD and Air Force standards, policies, and regulations relating to environmental issues affecting fuels operations. Knowledge of total quality management methodology, tools, and techniques.
2.Knowledge of all aspects of fuels operations, servicing equipment, and facilities.
3.Knowledge of Supply and associated systems. Knowledge of security regulations and guidelines.
4.Knowledge of quality assurance principles and environmental regulations and laws. Knowledge of safety, fire, and health guidelines and regulations.
5.Knowledge of facility environment and infrastructure to support environmental compliance and quality assurance initiatives.
6. Ability to complete Fuels Quality Control Journeyman course, ability to use complex computer systems and equipment, ability to identify environmental and quality problems and initiate corrective actions and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you
MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click
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FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Contacts
- Address JBSA Fort Sam Houston
2484 Stanley Rd, Bldg 2263, Ste 323
JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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