GPO employees possess a diverse array of talent in many administrative fields and trades. We provide other agencies with innovative services for the printing, publishing, storage, and distribution of digital content. If you are an energetic, inventive individual looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career opportunity, GPO may be the place for you. This position is part of the Government Secure and Intelligent Documents, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia.
Basic Requirements: 1 full year of graduate level education OR Superior Academic Achievement OR To qualify for the Documents Inspection Technician, PU-1801-7, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the PG-05 grade level in the Federal Service that includes: Interpreting and applying product specifications, technical data, regulations, and other guideline materials to interpret and classify secure credential defects; inspecting equipment and tools, including barcode equipment; visually inspecting secure credentials for defects; applying basic math to perform measurements and distinguish colors; entering data in an electronic database to record/track findings accurately; experience working in a production environment and/or quality control environment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement (09/10/2025) to be considered.
Monitors and initiates the destruction and/or the rejection of security credentials; reports discrepancies and identifies failed production materials and customer concerns to Lead.
Verifies quality of secure credentials using sampling inspection techniques; monitors quality of the product, looking for defects and implements more intensive product inspections as needed.
Receives and records samples of returned secure credentials suspected to be defective.
Accurately records findings on approved forms and enters information in the appropriate electronic databases.
Receives, monitors, and records manufacturing floor waste from Federal agencies for inspection.