Job Req ID:  4260
Date:  Apr 19, 2025
Tradebe Site:  Tradebe East Chicago
Location: 

East Chicago, IN, US, 46312

Department:  Operations
Business Line:  Environmental Services & Global Functions

Thermal Processing Supervisor I - Rotating Shift - Up to $28 an hour

Description: 

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably.

 

Our East Chicago, IN facility is the heart of our operations and our largest processing hub, where innovation and teamwork drive meaningful environmental solutions. Join us in this dynamic location to be part of shaping a sustainable future.

Opportunity Highlights

  • Shift: Rotating – 1st (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) and 3rd (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

  • Paid Weekly - Up to $28/hr based on experience

  • Be part of a mission-driven company that supports sustainable solutions

  • Work in a hands-on supervisor role 

  • Gain exposure to specialized processing equipment and compliance operations

The Opportunity

As an Thermal Processing Supervisor at Tradebe, you'll lead operations in our Solid Distillation Systems area, ensuring your shift runs safely and efficiently. This is a working supervisor position where you’ll operate, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment while guiding your team to meet environmental compliance standards and operational goals. If you're a proactive leader with industrial or manufacturing experience, this is your chance to grow with a company that’s making a real impact.

Key Job Responsbilities

  • Uphold Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance by ensuring all operations adhere to relevant regulations, standards, and internal policies, while fostering a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.  
  • Lead and supervise your assigned crew, supporting daily operations and performance

  • Operate and monitor the thermal desorption unit and other SDS-related systems

  • Oversee start-up and shut-down procedures, including emergency shutdowns

  • Maintain accurate logs, complete hourly walkthroughs, and use computer-based control systems

  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and assign tasks to resolve problems

  • Train new employees on safe and compliant work practices

  • Assist with inspections, material processing, and proper storage of containers

  • Participate in confined space entries and other required plant activities

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

 

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required    
  • One to three years of industry experience is preferred 
  • Previous management experience is a plus     
  • Knowledge of start-up/shut down procedures for all aspects of the SDS operation is a plus 
  • Knowledge of emergency shutdown procedures for all equipment is a plus 
  • Working knowledge of confined space entry 
  • Years of experience with thermal desorption units is a plus 
  • Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication    
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply common operational documents, SOP’s, manifests, bills' of lading are required.  
  • 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 
     

 

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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