MACHINED PARTS INSPECTOR

Full Job Description

You will serve as a MACHINED PARTS INSPECTOR in the NON-NUCLEAR INSPECTION DIVISION; QUALITY INSURANCE OFFICE of PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.

Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO INSPECT WHILE PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING DUTIES SUCH AS: Ability to analyze and interpret blueprints and other drawings of mechanical objects sufficiently, understanding dimensions, shape, material, finish, etc., and how the various parts fit together.

Ability to use measuring devices for determining where to cut, how to fit, how to mark material, etc.

Ability to accept or reject items for conformance with requirements and to work productively in an inspection program. Knowledge of metals used in a line of work.

Examples include: familiarity with metals such as cast iron, mild steel, alloy steel, aluminum.

Ability to work independently, make decisions, plan operations, show job responsibility, and exercise initiative.

Ability to interpret and comply with inspection procedures and material and manufacturing specifications.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-3400 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:

• You will perform visual and dimensional inspections on a wide variety of purchased and locally manufactured parts and assemblies.
• You will review drawings, specifications, or contract requirements that may necessitate communication with the supplier or NAVSUP to answer supplier questions on deficiencies.
• You will determine various work methods and set ups for use in inspection work as well as have a thorough knowledge of shop mathematics.
• You will review and perform inspections of complex components, equipment, and machines parts for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and the Navy Supply system.