Plant Inspector jobs in Oakland, CA

Plant Inspector inspects finished products for conformance to specifications using fixed or preset measuring instruments. Checks for irregularities and ensures that final products conform with established tolerance levels for quality and performance. Being a Plant Inspector documents all instances of non-conformance and rejected products in production reports. Prepares required inspection certifications. Additionally, Plant Inspector requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Plant Inspector works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Auditor (Performance)
  • US Office of the Inspector General
  • Oakland, CA FULL_TIME
  • Duties

    This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Audits. The OIG conducts and supervises independent audits, investigations, and inspections of the programs and operations of DHS, and recommends ways for DHS to carry out its responsibilities in the most effective, efficient, and economical manner possible. The OIG also seeks to deter, identify, and address fraud, abuse, mismanagement, and waste of taxpayer funds invested in Homeland Security.

    The Office of Audits oversees financial and performance audits, as well as attestation engagements. These audits cover multiple functional and program areas, such as financial statements, cyber security, acquisitions, grants, critical infrastructure, disasters, law enforcement and terrorism, immigration, and transportation security. Auditors examine DHS programs or activities in a formalized, detailed, and in-depth way. Duties and assignments may involve new or controversial issues, shaping major programs, compliance with new legislation, or facilitating the resolution of long-standing problem areas of vital importance to DHS.

    GS-7: Typical assignments include:

    • Performs audits or major audit segments that are of a complex, highly sensitive and investigative nature involving varied aspects of financial and program operations related to DHS programs, functions, and operations.
    • Develops new approaches where no precedents exist and/or develops creative solutions to controversial problems.
    • Assures that work papers are prepared in accordance with OIG audit procedures and Government Accountability Office (GAO)'s Yellow Book Standards.
    • Prepares various types of reports, briefings, and testimony that cover all major audits for DHS programs.
    • Researches and prepares proposals for various types of audits that cover major DHS programs.
    GS-9: Duties are the same as GS-7, but performed with less supervision.

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
    • You must successfully pass a background investigation
    • You must be able to obtain Top Secret security clearance.
    • Selective Service registration required
    • Completion of one year Probationary Period may be required.
    • You will be required to undergo periodic drug testing.
    • Applicants will be required to provide writing sample during the interview process.

    Qualifications

    All applicants must meet the below Basic Requirement. In addition to meeting basic requirements applicants must meet the below specialized experience or the education substitution for each grade level as listed below.

    Specialized Experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

    GS-07: You qualify for the GS-07 grade level if you have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience at this level includes:
    • Researching and analyzing information from a variety of sources such as, programs, case studies, and/or policies to draw conclusions and write reports; AND
    • Writing informational reports that reflect statements of fact rather than opinion.
    OR
    • 1 year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement
    GS-09: You qualify for the GS-09 grade level if you have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience at this level includes:
    • Researching and analyzing information from a variety of sources such as, programs, case studies, and/or policies to draw conclusions and write reports;
    • Writing informational reports that reflect statements of fact rather than opinion; AND
    • Giving informal briefings in a business setting.
    OR

    2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree.

    OR

    A combination of the above-defined education and experience which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

    NOTE: If you are selected for an interview, a writing exercise may be administered as part of the interview process.

    Education

    All applicants must meet this requirement:

    Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting.

    OR

    Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:

    • A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or
    • Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours.
    Individuals with degrees in some examples are: Information Technology, Emergency Management, Homeland Security Studies, and Criminal Justice or related degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Additional information

    DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select Benefits. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

    If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

    Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Top Secret clearance as a condition of placement into this position.

    DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

    The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.


    • Benefits

      A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

      Review our benefits

      Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire that is based on the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job:

    • Auditing
    • Oral Communication
    • Reasoning
    • Writing


    If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
    • Best-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF) and appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) as determined by the job analysis.
    • Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.
    • Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.
    If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. Preview the job questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12277975.

    Veterans: Qualified veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the best-qualified category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. (This position is considered scientific/professional.) Other 10-point preference eligibles and veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they qualify. View information on veterans' preference.

    Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible. View information about ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered eligible under ICTAP, you must be placed in the well-qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.

    • Benefits

      A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

      Review our benefits

      Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

    • Required Documents

      As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

      1. Your resume.
      2.Your responses to the job questionnairehttps://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12277975
      3. Your completed and signed OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment.
      4. Are you qualifying based on education: Must submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) or a list of coursework with hours completed. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. For example, specific courses accepted for college-level credit by an accredited U.S. college or university, or foreign education evaluated by an organization recognized for accreditation by the Department of Education as education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. college or university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications for more information.
      5. Are you a veteran? Submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or notice form. Those applying for 10-Point preference may fill out the SF-15 and/or provide documentation that demonstrates preference eligibility. If applying based on eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions. View more veterans' information.
      6. Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)? Submit:
      • a copy of your agency notice,
      • a copy of your most recent performance rating, and
      • a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
      7. Are you a current or former federal employee? Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
      8. Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
      • Position title
      • Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee)
      - Agency- Beginning and ending dates of appointment

      If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

      Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

      Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

    • How to Apply

      To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and or required supporting documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional information. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English. If you are unable to apply online or need to submit a document you do not have in electronic form, visit this link for more information regarding an alternate application process.

      Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address below is for inquiries only. You may apply more than once, but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume, your online questionnaire, and any supporting documents by 11:59PM EST on 04/09/2024.

      We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you do not have access to a computer or fax, you may submit a paper application and the required forms. To do so, please contact: mary.bradford@oig.dhs.gov prior to the close of this announcement.

      It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Determining your eligibility and qualifications is dependent on the supporting documentation and information provided, which may impact your referral for further consideration. If a document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in your application.

      Agency contact information

      Mary Bradford

      Phone

      202-560-9302

      Email

      Mary.Bradford@oig.dhs.gov

      Address

      Office of Inspector General
      245 Murray Lane SW
      Washington, DC 20528
      US

      Next steps

      Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best-qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on "Application Status," and then click "More Information."

      If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. View more information on applying for federal employment.

      Interview (If applicable): Interviews are required for this position. Failure to complete the interview may result in removal from further consideration.

    • Fair and Transparent

      The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

      • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
      • Reasonable accommodation policy
      • Financial suitability
      • Selective Service
      • New employee probationary period
      • Signature and false statements
      • Privacy Act
      • Social security number request

    Required Documents

    1. Your resume.
    2.Your responses to the job questionnairehttps://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12277975
    3. Your completed and signed OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment.
    4. Are you qualifying based on education: Must submit a copy of your college transcript (unofficial is acceptable) or a list of coursework with hours completed. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. For example, specific courses accepted for college-level credit by an accredited U.S. college or university, or foreign education evaluated by an organization recognized for accreditation by the Department of Education as education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. college or university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications for more information.
    5. Are you a veteran? Submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or notice form. Those applying for 10-Point preference may fill out the SF-15 and/or provide documentation that demonstrates preference eligibility. If applying based on eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions. View more veterans' information.
    6. Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)? Submit:
    • a copy of your agency notice,
    • a copy of your most recent performance rating, and
    • a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
    7. Are you a current or former federal employee? Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action.
    8. Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
    • Position title
    • Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee)
    - Agency- Beginning and ending dates of appointment

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.


    Help

    This job is open to

    • Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

      Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

    • The public

      U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

    Clarification from the agency

    All U.S. Citizens ICTAP/CTAP

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Auditor (Performance)
  • US Office of Inspector General
  • Oakland, CA FULL_TIME
  • Duties The Office of Audits (JA) has a goal of improving GSA, while simultaneously protecting the integrity of its operations. This office accomplishes its mission by identifying and reporting on the ...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Biological Science Technician (Wildlife)
  • US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
  • Oakland, CA FULL_TIME
  • Duties The duties may include, but are not limited to: Responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting direct control operations to reduce wildlife damage within a geographical area or technical/...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Plant Controller
  • Yanfeng Human Resources
  • Hayward, CA FULL_TIME
  • Summary: Apply GAAP controls to Plant financial operations to ensure adherence to internal controls (including SOX & other YFAI internal standards). Assist the organization to optimize profit and prot...
  • 30 Days Ago

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Safety Inspector
  • McGuire and Hester
  • Alameda, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary The Safety Inspector supports the Safety Manager and enforces the company safety program. Provides technical insight, analysis, investigations, and risk management for all jobsites by ensu...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Room Inspector
  • WINDSOR CAPITAL GROUP
  • Walnut Creek, CA OTHER
  • Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Walnut Creek Marriott - Walnut Creek, CA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: None Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Sh...
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ASSEMBLER MECHANIC C
  • Northrop Grumman Corp.
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Job Description - ASSEMBLER MECHANIC C (21015522) **** ASSEMBLER MECHANIC C **Requisition ID** : 21015522 **Location** :...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Supervisor Maintenance
  • Hiring Now!
  • Hayward, CA
  • Mission Foods is seeking a talented Maintenance Supervisor for Hayward, CA facility. This position Supervises Leads and ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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QA QC Field Engineer
  • Hoffman Construction
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: The QA/QC Field Engineer will champion the quality control efforts on site, including ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Construction Senior Project Engineer
  • Plant Construction Company, L.P.
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Plant Construction Company, L.P. is an award‐winning general contractor headquartered in...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sanitation Manager
  • Mission Foods
  • Hayward, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Mission Foods is a growing part of a much larger, multinational organization, Gruma Corp...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Supervisor Maintenance
  • Mission Foods
  • Hayward, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Mission Foods is seeking a talented Maintenance Supervisor for Hayward, CA facility. Thi...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Oakland is in the eastern region of the San Francisco Bay. In 1991 the City Hall tower was at 37°48′19″N 122°16′21″W / 37.805302°N 122.272539°W / 37.805302; -122.272539 (NAD83). (The building still exists, but like the rest of the Bay Area, it has shifted northwest perhaps 0.6 meters in the last twenty years.) The United States Census Bureau says the city's total area is 78.0 square miles (202 km2), including 55.8 square miles (145 km2) of land and 22.2 square miles (57 km2) (28.48 percent) of water. Oakland's highest point is near Grizzly Peak Blvd, east of Berkeley, just over 1,760 feet (...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Plant Inspector jobs
$46,295 to $58,357
Oakland, California area prices
were up 4.5% from a year ago

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