Production Control Clerk
About the job
- A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
- At least one year of administrative, clerical, maintenance support, logistics, or production control experience is required.
- Experience using the Equipment Performance and Readiness System (EPRS), GCSS-Army, or other automated maintenance management systems is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of Army maintenance work order processes and repair parts ordering procedures is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, is required.
- Ability to accurately create, update, and close maintenance work orders while maintaining complete and accurate electronic records is required.
- Ability to order repair parts, track parts status, and coordinate with maintenance personnel and supply activities to support timely equipment repairs is required.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced maintenance environment are required.
- Attention to detail and data-entry accuracy are required.
- Verbal and written communication skills for professional interactions with government personnel, customers, supervisors, and maintenance technicians are required.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team while providing customer service is required.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain installation access and any required government credentials in accordance with contract requirements is required.
- Compile, record, maintain, and analyze production and maintenance data to support daily operations.
- Track work orders from receipt through completion, ensuring timely processing and accurate documentation.
- Monitor production schedules and maintenance status to improve efficiency and reduce equipment downtime.
- Maintain maintenance records in accordance with Army regulations, contract requirements, and company policies.
- Prepare recurring and special reports on production volume, work order status, quality control metrics, and equipment readiness.
- Coordinate with supervisors, mechanics, quality assurance personnel, and customers to prioritize maintenance actions.
- Review work orders for completeness, accuracy, and proper coding before closure.
- Enter maintenance documentation accurately into automated maintenance management systems.
- Monitor parts status, maintenance delays, and production bottlenecks, and provide recommendations for process improvements.
- Assist with scheduling preventive maintenance services, inspections, and recurring maintenance requirements.
- Support inventory accountability and equipment status reporting as required.
- Maintain electronic and hard-copy records in accordance with records management requirements.
- Respond professionally to customer inquiries regarding maintenance status and estimated completion times.
- Participate in quality assurance reviews and internal audits.
- Perform other administrative and production control duties as assigned.
- Training and certification in the ERPS clerk function in GCSS-Army (AR 750-8 and AR 750-1).
- Experience with GCSS-Army.
- Training in Military Occupation CMF 92A Production Control MOS series or equivalent military or commercial experience.
- Experience supporting U.S. Army maintenance operations.
About the company
Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Founded
1995
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
- Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
- Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.
What critics are saying
- Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
- Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
- Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.
What makes Akima unique
- NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
- Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
- Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.
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Company News
Akima, a federal government solutions provider with over 11,000 employees, has appointed Michael Teegardin as Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Teegardin will lead the company's brand, marketing, and communications strategy across the enterprise. Teegardin brings more than 20 years of experience advising senior leadership in the defence, aerospace, and federal services sectors. He most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at ASRC Federal, where he established the enterprise marketing function and led the company's rebranding. Previously, Teegardin held communications positions at BAE Systems and Weber Shandwick. A US Army veteran, he served as an intelligence analyst during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He holds a Master of Science in Communication from Purdue University. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation.
Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.
Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.
Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense