Hazardous Materials Management Technician

UT-Battelle; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

On-site fitness facilities

Medical and retirement plans

Relocation assistance

Job summary

UT-Battelle operates at ORNL in Oak Ridge, TN, seeking an Associate Hazardous Materials Management Technician. The role focuses on inventory management systems, receiving support, and QA backup across HMMIS functions.

Cross-training across all program areas is provided to ensure qualified backup support. Qualified candidates will join the Electrical and Chemical Operations Group within the Safety and Operations Services Division of the Environment, Safety, Health and Quality Directorate,

Qualifications

• AS degree or equivalent with 2+ years of relevant experience or four years of related work.
• Experience following written procedures and handling technical data accurately.
• Ability to use database apps, barcode/RFID equipment, and inventory processes.
• Strong communication and ability to coordinate with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support hazardous material receiving and create inventory records and labels.
• Maintain inventory records and process updates, transfers, and consumption.
• Perform physical inventories using barcode/RFID equipment.
• Coordinate with staff to resolve routine inventory and labeling issues.
• Provide backup support for QA functions and receiving/purchasing reviews.
• Follow safety, quality, cybersecurity, records management, and operational requirements.

Skills

Hazardous materials mgmt

Inventory management

Barcode/RFID

Data entry

Customer coordination

Education

AS degree or equivalent

Tools

HMMIS system

Barcode scanners

RFID equipment

Label printers

Job description

We are seeking Associate Hazardous Materials Management Technician(s) who will focus on 1) Hazardous Materials Management System Support (e.g., material purchasing / receiving support, inventory record creation / data management, barcode / RFID label processing, inventory maintenance, technology support, data quality, and customer support) or 2) Hazardous Materials Management Quality Assurance Support (e.g., on-site field assessment of hazardous material control area inventories, support time-sensitive material reviews, discrepancy follow-up, and inventory record maintenance). Selected candidate(s) will be assigned a focus area based on experience and Hazardous Materials Management Program needs. Additionally, selected candidate(s) will be crossed-trained across all Hazardous Materials Management Program functions to provide qualified backup support.

This position resides in the Electrical and Chemical Operations Group in the Safety and Operations Services Division in the Environment, Safety, Health and Quality Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Hazardous Materials Management System Support:
  • Support hazardous material receiving by verifying deliveries and creating inventory records and labels.
  • Maintain hazardous material inventory records and process updates, transfers, and consumption.
  • Perform physical inventories and reconciliations using barcode and RFID equipment.
  • Create and verify barcode and RFID labels.
  • Operate and troubleshoot inventory equipment, escalating complex issues as needed.
  • Coordinate with staff to resolve routine inventory, labeling, ownership, and location issues.
  • Maintain accurate records and provide routine HMMIS customer support.
  • Provide backup support for quality assurance functions.
• Hazardous Materials Management Quality Assurance Support:
  • Conduct scheduled physical inventories in assigned hazardous material areas using HMMIS, barcode, and RFID equipment.
  • Verify inventory details against HMMIS records, including container, location, custodian, quantity, and status.
  • Investigate discrepancies, document findings, and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Process approved inventory updates, transfers, consumption records, and label replacements.
  • Review time-sensitive materials, identify items nearing expiration, and coordinate follow-up.
  • Perform quality checks on inventory data, labels, transactions, and documentation.
  • Maintain inventory schedules, reconciliation reports, and required records.
  • Coordinate access, schedules, and follow-up with custodians and facility representatives.
  • Use and maintain barcode, RFID, and label printing equipment; report technical issues as needed.
  • Provide backup support for receiving, purchasing reviews, SDS processing, data maintenance, labeling, and HMMIS customer support.
• Follow applicable safety, quality, cybersecurity, records management, and operational requirements.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications

• An AS degree and a minimum of two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered (high school diploma / GED and four years of relevant experience).
• Experience following written procedures and accurately collecting, entering, reviewing, or maintaining technical data.
• Ability to use or learn database applications, barcode and RFID equipment, label printers, chemical inventory processes, and quality assurance requirements.
• Ability to recognize discrepancies, perform basic troubleshooting, document work clearly, and request assistance when an issue is outside established methods or assigned qualifications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate work with customers and a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HMMIS or similar chemical inventory, asset management, logistics, or technical information systems.
• Experience with chemical inventories, hazardous material receiving, physical reconciliation, field verification, data review, and quality assurance in time-sensitive or regulated settings.
• Experience using barcode scanners, RFID equipment, label printers, and maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, or implementing related technology.
• Knowledge of SDS record management, OSHA Hazard Communication, Globally Harmonized System labeling, hazardous material storage, and regulated materials handling.
• Experience with laboratory operations, environmental health and safety, SAP or purchasing workflows, and related operational processes.
• Experience working in or supporting U.S. Department of Energy, military, research, industrial, or other regulated environments.
• Experience supervising or coordinating procedural or operational work in a regulated environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements

• Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.
• Certain activities may require the use respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work tasks may involve physical demands, including, but not limited to: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy items, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching (high & low level).
• Work may be in varied environmental conditions, including, but not limited to: outdoors (heat/cold), confined spaces, radiological areas, elevated surfaces, hazardous material storage or contaminated areas.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

• medical and retirement plans
• flexible work hours
• on-site fitness
• banking
• cafeteria facilities

Other benefits include the following:

• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts.

This position is located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and some of the job functions require onsite presence. We offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position, which provides flexibility to work periodically from your home, while reporting onsite to the Oak Ridge, Tennessee location when necessary to support field work activities.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.