This position is located in the Warehouse area of the Logistics Service in a Veteran Affairs Health Care System (VA HCS) and supported catchment area. Plans the workload of the workers, equipment, facilities, materials and tools on a day-to-day basis. Manages receipt and delivery of supplies, expendable and non-expendable equipment for the VA HCS and supported catchment area. Position is under the general supervision of the Material Manager within the Logistics Service.
Major duties and responsibilities include: Plans and reviews priorities to ensure the team has the needed supplies, equipment, and tools to operate on a daily basis. Develops and adheres to work priorities, project schedules, resources, and detailed work plans. Follows customary work cycles and sequences in planning work assignments.
Tracks and reports progress on work assignments, and determine changes in alternative tasks regarding delays or other unanticipated circumstances which alter daily workflow plans. Recommends changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary and makes minor deviations in procedures or redirect resources under their control to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned absences.
Maintains the flow of the warehouse by planning the use of workers, equipment facilities and materials to ensure product is being transported, delivered and stored per appropriate procedure. Assigns work to subordinates and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes. Inspects completed work for quality and compliance with original requirements. Reports progress and issues to the Material Manager.
Identifies resource needs to overcome obstacles or advance warehouse operations. Represents the service as the materials handler supervisor working with stakeholders in order to address unanticipated problems with ongoing projects and/or work in progress. Supports and explains management programs to their subordinates. Conducts performance ratings, training, disciplinary actions, changes in performance standards, and the most suitable applicants for vacancies.
Advises and counsels workers on how to improve their performance and explains new work techniques. Investigates grievances and complaints, resolves them informally, and notifies supervisors of those of sufficient importance or seriousness. Assures safety and housekeeping practices are observed.
Maintains work reports and records and appropriate documentation for tracking and reporting on work assignments for utilization to recommend changes to schedule and request for funding for overtime. NOTE: A valid driver's license is required for this position. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Materials Handler Supervisor/PD99801S Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Amberly.Betsill@va.gov · (412) 822-3105
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $33.15 – $38.67/hr.
Applications close on 2026-10-07.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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