Engraver Job Description Sample

Overview

• The Teammate will be trained to be a member of a work group. The work group is responsible for engraving, quality inspecting, re-packaging, gift wrapping and shipping customer's orders.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• *Opens and or/stages product to assist in the personalization process

• *Inspects merchandise pre-production to ensure product quality

• *Remains updated on current product assortment and the best way to set up machines for maximum productivity and minimum shrink

• *Applies personalized messages to merchandise using a variety of methods and equipment

• *Inspects merchandise post production to ensure accuracy of personalization and that all quality standards have been met

• *Applies any customer ordered add-ons to product, such as color fill or gravoxide

• *Confirms integrity of orders by ensuring all pieces are accounted for and appropriately packs orders

• *Performs preventive maintenance of machines and understands when to refer machines for repair

• *Meets established productivity and quality standards

• Adapts to business needs through willingness to cross-train and perform other tasks as needed

(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Ability to read English, write legibly and communicate effectively with others

• Good spelling and grammar skills required

• Basic Windows operating system knowledge

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This position is located in the Philadelphia Mint, Manufacturing Directorate, Design & Engraving Division and reports to the Design & Engraving Manager. The Medallic Artists Branch is responsible for United States circulating coin, bullion and commemorative designs. Incumbent plans, organizes, and directs day-to-day operations of the United States Mint Medallic Artists Branch functions.

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Responsibilities

If you do not meet any of the categories listed above, you may wish to apply under announcement 18-MINT-369-P, which is open for any U.S. citizen to apply. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.

As a Chief Engraver, you will:

• Support the creation of a world class Branch as measured by the Baldrige Award criteria.

• Monitor the operational efficiency of all Medallic Artists Branch processes and systems. Additionally, create the next generation of approaches and methodologies to achieve a neo-renaissance in American coinage.

• Plan and schedule ongoing work and adjust staffing levels or work procedures as needed to accomplish work to deliver on-time and meet die design requirements. Establish deadlines and priorities based on legislative requirements, product drop dates, die production start-up requirements, and project priorities.

• Oversee the artistic design of all new products through existing medallic artists, sculptor engravers or other sources such as artistic infusion. Provide guidance on the suitability and quality of designs submitted and of work produced. Ensure the coinability of all designs based on known limitations that affect the manufacture of die, coins and medals.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - 1 to 5 nights per month

Supervisory status

Yes

Promotion Potential
14

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  1101 General Business And Industry

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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals

• Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."

• Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying.

The experience may have been gained in either the public or private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Be sure all experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, job title, length of time performing the duties, and the name and contact information for the supervisor. We must be able to verify this experience in your resume in order for you to receive credit.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within 14 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Specialized experience: For the GS-14, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes:

• Designing, sculpting, and creating finished renderings for coinage and medals using digital design; AND
• Leading or managing a team of employees and monitoring their progress towards achieving project goals and objectives; AND
• Providing advice and guidance on artistic design to varied audiences.

In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable:

For the GS-14, you must have been at the GS-13 level for 52 weeks.

Education

Duties

Summary

This position is located in the Philadelphia Mint, Manufacturing Directorate, Design & Engraving Division and reports to the Design & Engraving Manager. The Medallic Artists Branch is responsible for United States circulating coin, bullion and commemorative designs. Incumbent plans, organizes, and directs day-to-day operations of the United States Mint Medallic Artists Branch functions.

Responsibilities

This opportunity is also open to under Announcement 18-MINT-368. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.
As a Chief Engraver, you will:
Support the creation of a world class Branch as measured by the Baldrige Award criteria.
Monitor the operational efficiency of all Medallic Artists Branch processes and systems. Additionally, create the next generation of approaches and methodologies to achieve a neo-renaissance in American coinage.
Plan and schedule ongoing work and adjust staffing levels or work procedures as needed to accomplish work to deliver on-time and meet die design requirements. Establish deadlines and priorities based on legislative requirements, product drop dates, die production start-up requirements, and project priorities.
Oversee the artistic design of all new products through existing medallic artists, sculptor engravers or other sources such as artistic infusion. Provide guidance on the suitability and quality of designs submitted and of work produced. Ensure the coinability of all designs based on known limitations that affect the manufacture of die, coins and medals.

Travel Required

Occasional travel

• 1 to 5 nights per month

Supervisory status

Yes

Promotion Potential

14

Job family (Series)

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

The experience may have been gained in either the public or private sector or . One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Specialized experience: For the GS-14, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes:
Designing, sculpting, and creating finished renderings for coinage and medals using digital design; AND
Leading or managing a team of employees and monitoring their progress towards achieving project goals and objectives; AND
Providing advice and guidance on artistic design to varied audiences.

Education

Additional information

• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.

• This is a non-bargaining unit position.

• A relocation expense may be offered.

• We offer opportunities for telework.

• We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• A one year probationary period may be required.

• A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required.

• Must successfully complete a background investigation.

• Complete a to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.

• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the or are exempt from having to do so.

• Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.

• Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the . Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.

• Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.

• File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.

• Undergo an income tax verification.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a not qualified determination.

Rating: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas:

Technical, Communication, Planning and Evaluating, and Leadership. Category rating will be used to rank and select eligible candidates. If qualified, you will be assigned to one of three quality level categories, superior, good, and acceptable, depending on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, and training related to this position.

A subject matter expert may be used in the evaluation. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.

Veterans' preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Preference-eligibles will be listed at the top of their assigned category and considered before non-preference-eligibles in that category. Qualified preference-eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest category.

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview. If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the ) you must be assigned the middle category or better to be rated as well qualified" to receive special selection priority.
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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Drug test required

No

Required Documents

A complete application includes 1. A résumé, 2.

Vacancy question responses, and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).

All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view résumé tips.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION: If you are claiming veterans preference, please see . In order to be considered for veterans preference, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.

CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents.

Recommended Documents:
In addition, we recommend that you submit copies of the following:

• A list of awards received (if applicable). DO NOT send copies of awards.

• A copy of your most recent completed performance appraisal.

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 .
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.

This job originated on . For the full announcement and to apply, visit . Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.

Overview

• The Teammate will be trained to be a member of a work group. The work group is responsible for engraving, quality inspecting, re-packaging, gift wrapping and shipping customer's orders.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• *Opens and or/stages product to assist in the personalization process

• *Inspects merchandise pre-production to ensure product quality

• *Remains updated on current product assortment and the best way to set up machines for maximum productivity and minimum shrink

• *Applies personalized messages to merchandise using a variety of methods and equipment

• *Inspects merchandise post production to ensure accuracy of personalization and that all quality standards have been met

• *Applies any customer ordered add-ons to product, such as color fill or gravoxide

• *Confirms integrity of orders by ensuring all pieces are accounted for and appropriately packs orders

• *Performs preventive maintenance of machines and understands when to refer machines for repair

• *Meets established productivity and quality standards

• Adapts to business needs through willingness to cross-train and perform other tasks as needed

(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Ability to read English, write legibly and communicate effectively with others

• Good spelling and grammar skills required

• Basic Windows operating system knowledge

Overview

• The Teammate will be trained to be a member of a work group. The work group is responsible for engraving, quality inspecting, re-packaging, gift wrapping and shipping customer's orders.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• *Opens and or/stages product to assist in the personalization process

• *Inspects merchandise pre-production to ensure product quality

• *Remains updated on current product assortment and the best way to set up machines for maximum productivity and minimum shrink

• *Applies personalized messages to merchandise using a variety of methods and equipment

• *Inspects merchandise post production to ensure accuracy of personalization and that all quality standards have been met

• *Applies any customer ordered add-ons to product, such as color fill or gravoxide

• *Confirms integrity of orders by ensuring all pieces are accounted for and appropriately packs orders

• *Performs preventive maintenance of machines and understands when to refer machines for repair

• *Meets established productivity and quality standards

• Adapts to business needs through willingness to cross-train and perform other tasks as needed

(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Ability to read English, write legibly and communicate effectively with others

• Good spelling and grammar skills required

• Basic Windows operating system knowledge

Overview

• The Teammate will be trained to be a member of a work group. The work group is responsible for engraving, quality inspecting, re-packaging, gift wrapping and shipping customer's orders.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• *Opens and or/stages product to assist in the personalization process

• *Inspects merchandise pre-production to ensure product quality

• *Remains updated on current product assortment and the best way to set up machines for maximum productivity and minimum shrink

• *Applies personalized messages to merchandise using a variety of methods and equipment

• *Inspects merchandise post production to ensure accuracy of personalization and that all quality standards have been met

• *Applies any customer ordered add-ons to product, such as color fill or gravoxide

• *Confirms integrity of orders by ensuring all pieces are accounted for and appropriately packs orders

• *Performs preventive maintenance of machines and understands when to refer machines for repair

• *Meets established productivity and quality standards

• Adapts to business needs through willingness to cross-train and perform other tasks as needed

(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Ability to read English, write legibly and communicate effectively with others

• Good spelling and grammar skills required

• Basic Windows operating system knowledge

Overview

• The Teammate will be trained to be a member of a work group. The work group is responsible for engraving, quality inspecting, re-packaging, gift wrapping and shipping customer's orders.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• *Opens and or/stages product to assist in the personalization process

• *Inspects merchandise pre-production to ensure product quality

• *Remains updated on current product assortment and the best way to set up machines for maximum productivity and minimum shrink

• *Applies personalized messages to merchandise using a variety of methods and equipment

• *Inspects merchandise post production to ensure accuracy of personalization and that all quality standards have been met

• *Applies any customer ordered add-ons to product, such as color fill or gravoxide

• *Confirms integrity of orders by ensuring all pieces are accounted for and appropriately packs orders

• *Performs preventive maintenance of machines and understands when to refer machines for repair

• *Meets established productivity and quality standards

• Adapts to business needs through willingness to cross-train and perform other tasks as needed

(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Ability to read English, write legibly and communicate effectively with others

• Good spelling and grammar skills required

• Basic Windows operating system knowledge

Overview

• The Teammate will be trained to be a member of a work group. The work group is responsible for engraving, quality inspecting, re-packaging, gift wrapping and shipping customer's orders.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• *Opens and or/stages product to assist in the personalization process

• *Inspects merchandise pre-production to ensure product quality

• *Remains updated on current product assortment and the best way to set up machines for maximum productivity and minimum shrink

• *Applies personalized messages to merchandise using a variety of methods and equipment

• *Inspects merchandise post production to ensure accuracy of personalization and that all quality standards have been met

• *Applies any customer ordered add-ons to product, such as color fill or gravoxide

• *Confirms integrity of orders by ensuring all pieces are accounted for and appropriately packs orders

• *Performs preventive maintenance of machines and understands when to refer machines for repair

• *Meets established productivity and quality standards

• Adapts to business needs through willingness to cross-train and perform other tasks as needed

(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Ability to read English, write legibly and communicate effectively with others

• Good spelling and grammar skills required

• Basic Windows operating system knowledge

Overview

• The Teammate will be trained to be a member of a work group. The work group is responsible for engraving, quality inspecting, re-packaging, gift wrapping and shipping customer's orders.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• *Opens and or/stages product to assist in the personalization process

• *Inspects merchandise pre-production to ensure product quality

• *Remains updated on current product assortment and the best way to set up machines for maximum productivity and minimum shrink

• *Applies personalized messages to merchandise using a variety of methods and equipment

• *Inspects merchandise post production to ensure accuracy of personalization and that all quality standards have been met

• *Applies any customer ordered add-ons to product, such as color fill or gravoxide

• *Confirms integrity of orders by ensuring all pieces are accounted for and appropriately packs orders

• *Performs preventive maintenance of machines and understands when to refer machines for repair

• *Meets established productivity and quality standards

• Adapts to business needs through willingness to cross-train and perform other tasks as needed

(*Essential Functions)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to meet goals in a fast-paced environment

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Ability to read English, write legibly and communicate effectively with others

• Good spelling and grammar skills required

• Basic Windows operating system knowledge