Materials Clerk

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Flexible work hours

Employee discounts

Comprehensive health and retirement

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a material handling professional to support storage, transport, and inventory control of materials including hazardous items. Candidates must hold a Class B CDL with the ability to obtain an HME and comply with DOE/DOJ access requirements.

Position involves physical work, rigorous safety standards, and potential pre-hire checks. ORNL offers competitive pay, benefits, and on-site amenities in a nationally renowned DOE laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Class B CDL with ability to obtain Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME).
• Willingness to obtain Mobile Equipment Operator certification.

Responsibilities

• Move freight and materials between storage/production areas using hands or equipment.
• Inspect loads and verify item quantity and weight.
• Transport materials using government vehicles as needed.
• Sort and check in materials; attach barcodes for inventory.
• Maintain property records and issue materials from stores.
• Perform inventory and resolve discrepancies; reorder supplies.
• Receive hazardous and radiological materials and ensure safe handling.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to safe research practices.
• Support ORNL’s mission and uphold core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Material handling

Ability to obtain PIV badge

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Mobile Equipment Operator certification

Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME)

Pallet jack & forklift operation experience

Job description

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Moving freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers, by hand or using trucks and other equipment.
• Inspecting load and identifying proper quantity of items and package weight.
• Transporting materials using government vehicles.
• Sorting materials before loading and unloading.
• Checking in materials and attach identifying information such as barcodes for property management.
• Maintaining property records.
• Issuing materials from stores, bench stocks, and tool cribs while maintaining inventory of supplies.
• Performing inventory of items and resolving any inventory conflicts.
• Ordering and restocking supplies.
• Receiving hazardous and radiological material.
• Installing protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Maintaining equipment storage areas to ensure that materials are protected.
• Resolving customer inquiries and issues.
• Abiding by the principles of Safe Conduct of Research including being personally responsible for ensuring safe operations by raising safety concerns, using a questioning attitude, considering hazards for every task, and never stop learning.
• Delivering ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promoting equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• HS diploma or GED.
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the ability to obtain a Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME).
• Knowledge of proper procedures and documents for handling, usage, storage, transport, or disposal of materials.
• Knowledge of work control requirements.
• Knowledge of general safety and personal protective equipment requirements.
• Knowledge, skill, and compliance with Industrial Safety Requirements with portable ladders, 2-wheel hand trucks, cylinder dollies, conveyors, push/pull carts, power and manual pallet jacks, CDL delivery trucks with power tailgates, trucks, vans, forklifts.
• Knowledge and skill in the storage and handling of hazardous and radiological materials, supplies, and disposal.
• Knowledge and skill in computerized maintenance management systems.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Mobile Equipment Operator certification.

Special Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: Work involves various physical requirements and working conditions. As such, a pre-hire physical will be required after offer.
• Visa Sponsorship:Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

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.

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, and Employee Discounts.

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.

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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.