Job Req ID:  4295
Date:  Feb 4, 2025
Tradebe Site:  Tradebe East Chicago
Location: 

East Chicago, IN, US, 46312

Department:  Operations
Business Line:  Environmental Services & Global Functions

SF Unit Operator - 4th Shift - 20.50/hr

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.

The Opportunity

The Fuel Processing Operator position involves unloading incoming trailers, processing waste streams, placing or locating material in appropriate staging/storage areas, preparing material for processing operations, performing processing operations as necessary, accurately tracking drum storage and movements on tracking sheets, conducting daily inspections on forklifts, and performing simple maintenance activities such as cleaning and adding fluids.

Key Job Responsibilities

•    Unload incoming trailers and process waste streams 
•    Place or locate material in proper staging/storage areas 
•    Prepare material for processing operations 
•    Perform processing operations as needed 
•    Accurately track drum storage, and handle movements on tracking sheets as needed 
•    Required to perform daily inspections on the forklifts 
•    Simple maintenance activities such as cleaning and adding fluids are required 

Qualifications

•    High school diploma or equivalent experience 
•    Experience operating a forklift  
•    Knowledge of the hazardous waste industry is a plus 
•    Ability to read, understand and apply common operational documents and SOPs 
•    Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts 
•    Ability to define problems are required. 
•    Ability to wear respirator as needed (requires face being clean shaved) 
•    Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check is required

 

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


Nearest Major Market: Gary
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago