Purchasing & Chemical Compliance Technician Specialist

Battelle; Florida; On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Battelle seeks a Purchasing & Chemical Compliance Technician Specialist for on-site work at Tyndall Air Force Base, FL. This full-time role (part-time considered) supports RDT&E efforts for AFCEC within Battelle’s National Security line, focusing on purchasing, chemical safety, and government processes.

You will collaborate with researchers, vendors, and government partners to ensure compliant, timely procurements, SDS management, and documentation across multiple projects in a government client

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field and 2–5 years of applicable experience in purchasing, administrative support, chemical management, or a related field.
• Experience reviewing Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and familiarity with chemical hazard communication standards.
• Working knowledge of standard purchasing documentation, vendor coordination, and purchase-order processes.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, follow-through, and record-management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to access and work at a U.S. Government installation and meet all applicable installation access, background screening, and contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support chemical hazard assessment and compliance by reviewing requested chemical products before purchase to identify safety, environmental, storage, handling, transportation, and disposal considerations.
• Assist with government purchasing processes in accordance with applicable contract requirements, government purchasing procedures, and company policies.
• Prepare procurement documentation including justification materials, price comparisons, vendor quotes, and requisition support packages.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain pricing, product availability, lead times, technical specifications, and required documentation.
• Prepare, review, and process purchase requests, quotes, and supporting documentation.
• Obtain, review, and maintain current Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for chemical purchases.
• Coordinate with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), hazardous-materials, and/or government safety representatives as required prior to purchasing chemicals.
• Support chemical inventory tracking and documentation, including updates related to new chemical purchases.
• Track purchase requests and order status; communicate updates to requestors and management.
• Support identification of substitute products or alternate sources when requested items are unavailable.
• Support compliance with applicable federal acquisition, purchasing-card, and government property procedures, as assigned.
• Reconcile receiving documentation, invoices, and purchase records as required.
• Maintain organized procurement files in accordance with company, contract, and government record-retention requirements.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

SDS review

Chemical safety

Vendor coordination

MS Office

Communication

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Purchasing & Chemical Compliance Technician Specialist. This position is a full-time opportunity (part-time will also be considered) located on-site at Tyndall Air Force Base, near Panama City, FL. This role supports Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) efforts for the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) within Battelle's National Security business line. The selected candidate will support purchasing activities, evaluate chemical products for safety and regulatory compliance prior to procurement, and assist with government purchasing processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with research teams, vendors, and government stakeholders to ensure procurements are accurately documented, compliant with applicable requirements, and completed in a timely manner. Experience in procurement or supply chain support, familiarity with chemical safety documentation and Hazard Communication practices, and the ability to work effectively in a government client environment are all strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support chemical hazard assessment and compliance by reviewing requested chemical products before purchase to identify safety, environmental, storage, handling, transportation, and disposal considerations
• Assist with government purchasing processes in accordance with applicable contract requirements, government purchasing procedures, and company policies
• Prepare procurement documentation including justification materials, price comparisons, vendor quotes, and requisition support packages
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain pricing, product availability, lead times, technical specifications, and required documentation
• Prepare, review, and process purchase requests, quotes, and supporting documentation
• Obtain, review, and maintain current Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for chemical purchases
• Coordinate with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), hazardous-materials, and/or government safety representatives as required prior to purchasing chemicals
• Support chemical inventory tracking and documentation, including updates related to new chemical purchases
• Track purchase requests and order status; communicate updates to requestors and management
• Support identification of substitute products or alternate sources when requested items are unavailable
• Support compliance with applicable federal acquisition, purchasing-card, and government property procedures, as assigned
• Reconcile receiving documentation, invoices, and purchase records as required
• Maintain organized procurement files in accordance with company, contract, and government record-retention requirements

Key Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field and 2–5 years of applicable experience in purchasing, administrative support, chemical management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience reviewing Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and familiarity with chemical hazard communication standards
• Working knowledge of standard purchasing documentation, vendor coordination, and purchase-order processes
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, follow-through, and record-management abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with vendors, internal teams, and government customers
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in an on-site client environment
• Ability to access and work at a U.S. Government installation and meet all applicable installation access, background screening, and contract requirements
• Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa at this time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Government or Department of Defense procurement activities
• Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS), or government purchase-card processes
• Experience working with chemical inventory systems, SDS management, or EHS compliance tools
• Knowledge of OSHA Hazard Communication Standards and general hazardous-material handling practices
• Experience working in an Air Force, military installation, or other federal client-site environment
• Familiarity with government property, receiving, shipping, or logistics processes

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $41,000 – $57,400 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members.

No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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