Job Req ID:  3557
Date:  Jun 22, 2024
Tradebe Site:  Tradebe East Chicago
Location: 

East Chicago, IN, US, 46312

Department:  Operations
Business Line:  Environmental Services & Global Functions

Lab Pack Plant Supervisor I

Description: 

Tradebe Environmental Services is a global leader in environmental services with US Headquarters in Merrillville, IN. Tradebe was founded in 1984 with the vision of helping industrial and chemical companies manage the increasing complexity of the waste they generate, ensuring safety for the people and the environment. Today, we continue to innovate and evolve as we maintain our firm commitment to propelling the circular economy and creating a more sustainable world. We actively contribute by managing all kinds of environmental liabilities in a safe and sustainable manner, focusing on reusing or recycling raw materials and energy, and being dedicated to meeting our customers' environmental goals. In the United States, Tradebe Environmental Services has 30 sites and serves customers from a broad range of markets, from petrochemicals to aerospace and hospitals, with unparalleled safety and quality standards.

Job description

Tradebe is looking for a Lab Pack Plant Supervisor to supervise a shift of chemist and technician in our lab pack/depack department. In this department we are unpacking hazardous waste materials that are coming in the plant, typically from universities and other large labs. We ensure that the hazardous materials were packed up correctly and then consolidate them in bulk. ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and optimizing processes for the effective handling, treatment, and disposal of hazardous materials.

 

Key job responsibilities
•    Supervise and assist with daily depackaging operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards
•    Unpack and process incoming products with precision and efficiency
•    Conduct bulk consolidation of materials to ensure optimal storage and handling
•    Perform lab pack consolidation in accordance with safety and regulatory standards
•    Oversee and ensure the proper operation of air pollution monitoring 
•    Execute daily compliance inspections to maintain safety and quality standards
•    Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless operations and effective waste management
•    Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in a science field is preferred or equivalent experience.
•    Experience in the environmental industry or other related industry is preferred
•    Chemical knowledge is preferred
•    Ability to work the schedule for which you are hired for
•    Ability to work on-site as described in the job description
•    Ability to read, write, and understand English


Physical Requirements
•    Walking 
•    Standing 
•    Crawling
•    Kneeling
•    Lifting
•    Reaching
•    Pushing 
•    Pulling
 

 

Why Tradebe is Right for You

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Generous vacation and sick plans
  • Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
  • 401k Retirement  match
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Health savings accounts (HSA)
  • Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Great work environment and culture
  • And MORE!

 


Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law


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