Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Overview:
The Warehouse Specialist Lead performs a full range of Quality Control Evaluation duties including testing, inspection, process validation, and workforce training in support of distribution center Quality Management. The Lead Warehouse Specialist - Quality Control provides day-to-day work direction to Quality Control personnel, supports implementation of the Quality Control Plan, reviews quality results, and serves as a primary point of coordination for quality-related activities.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day Quality Control activities and help establish work priorities to ensure required inspections, evaluations, audits, and reporting are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Identify, examine, classify, inspect, and report specific and general issues of quality assurance and Quality Management. Examinations may be visual or may require measuring devices and inspection techniques.
- Support the Project Lead and Site Supervisor in the creation, maintenance, and implementation of the Quality Control Plan (QCP).
- Conduct and/or review Quality Control checks on completed project work to verify compliance with contract requirements, DLA standard operating procedures, and applicable quality standards.
- Plan and execute mock audits and readiness reviews to confirm project personnel are performing work in accordance with DLA SOPs and established procedures.
- Review non-conforming results, validate supporting documentation, communicate findings to the Project Lead/Site Supervisor, and assist with follow-up corrective actions as directed.
- Track QCP results, identify recurring trends, and prepare routine and ad hoc quality reports for project leadership.
- Validate processes through statistical sampling, inspection, measurement, and other approved quality techniques.
- Perform and/or coordinate first article inspections as required.
- Provide coaching, technical guidance, and on-the-job training to Quality Control staff and distribution center personnel on quality procedures, inspection requirements, and documentation expectations.
- Receive data from, and input data to, the Distribution Standard System (DSS) and other automated systems in performance of duties.
- Serve as a primary Quality Control point of contact for the distribution mission and coordinate quality-related issues across functional work areas.
- Assist in reviews of inventory, COSIS, packaging, shipping, and related warehouse processes to promote compliance and continuous process improvement.
- Help ensure quality records, inspection documentation, and audit materials are complete, accurate, organized, and available for management or customer review.
- Provide coverage and continuity for Quality Control operations when designated quality leadership is unavailable, within assigned authority.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Assists the Supervisor in scheduling work, responsible for instructing and aiding a group of employees.
- Performs evaluations and assists the supervisor in maintaining a smooth flow of work and maintains records.
- Provide functional work direction, task coordination, and technical support to assigned Quality Control personnel.
- Monitor daily workload, communicate priorities, and elevate staffing, quality, safety, or compliance concerns to project leadership.
- Review work products for completeness and accuracy and provide feedback or retraining when deficiencies are identified.
- Promote consistent application of quality procedures and a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- This lead role is not intended to independently exercise hiring, termination, disciplinary, or compensation authority unless separately delegated by management.
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two years of college preferred. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
- Minimum two years of general experience required.
- Minimum two years of specific experience in inspection, quality assurance, Quality Control, or related areas required; prior lead, senior-level, or work-direction experience preferred.
- Able to successfully certify in Safety, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), and radioactive training requirements. Must be current in all required certifications within 30 to 60 days of selection for the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to lead by example, communicate expectations clearly, and support employees in a team environment.
- Self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision while coordinating the work of others.
- Able to prioritize multiple assignments, work in a fast-paced environment, and maintain strong attention to detail.
- Able to apply inspection and examination procedures for materials and completed work.
- Able to read and interpret specifications, drawings, prints, schematics, and photographs.
- Must be able to follow requirements of MIL-STD-129 and applicable DLA SOPs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document findings, prepare reports, and explain quality requirements to employees and leadership.
- Ability to identify quality trends, recognize recurring deficiencies, and recommend practical process improvements.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Access, and business e-mail software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
- None.
Security Clearance:
- Must have a current U.S. Government SECRET Personnel Security Clearance or be able to successfully complete a U.S. Government-administered investigation.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must be able to maintain a U.S. Government SECRET clearance.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment:
General office/ warehouse environment. Some travel both domestically and internationally required based on business demands.
Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Two years of college, or equivalent relevant experience substituted year-for-year
- At least two years of general work experience
- At least two years of experience in inspection, quality assurance, quality control, or related work
- Prior lead, senior-level, or work-direction experience
- Ability to complete and maintain required Safety, HAZMAT, and radioactive training certifications within 30 to 60 days of selection
- Ability to apply inspection and examination procedures for materials and completed work
- Ability to read and interpret specifications, drawings, prints, schematics, and photographs
- Knowledge of MIL-STD-129 and applicable DLA standard operating procedures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including documenting findings and preparing reports
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access, and business email software
- Current U.S. Government Secret Personnel Security Clearance or ability to successfully complete a government investigation
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as business demands
Olgoonik Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Olgoonik Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Olgoonik Corporation.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is commonly viewed as fair for role, with structured bands in contractor roles contributing to predictable, role‑aligned compensation. This predictability supports expectations within the federal contracting niche.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage spans domestic carriers with regional options and global health plans, supporting both U.S. and overseas staff. This breadth signals comprehensive access to core healthcare services.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Multiple Employee Assistance Programs provide counseling and support resources, including in‑person sessions in some programs. These offerings bolster overall wellbeing alongside core medical coverage.
Olgoonik Corporation Insights
What We Do
Olgoonik is a strong family of government and commercial contracting companies specializing in construction, security, logistics, and environmental services. This Alaska Native village corporation was established to create benefits for our Alaska Native shareholders. To do so, our corporation operates globally, fueled by the belief that our operations must be of the highest quality, our employees qualified and principled, and our commitment to every client’s mission unconditional. From our roots in Alaska’s Arctic to our federal operations in South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, our experienced and dependable workforce consistently delivers results through a sharp combination of innovation and practicality.
