Lab Supervisor - 2nd Shift

TRADEBE; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Student loan repayment

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Tradebe is seeking a Lab Supervisor for the 2nd shift at our East Chicago, IN facility. You will oversee daily lab operations, supervise chemists, and handle hazardous waste and chemical samples. A strong background in chemistry and some supervisory experience is preferred.

This role emphasizes safety, EH&S compliance, and hands-on wet chemistry tasks, including pH, moisture, titration, and GC analyses. On-site work with growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Hazwoper training required.
• Experience in wet chemistry procedures.
• Experience with gas chromatography and general lab practices desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lab chemists on your assigned shift.
• Prioritize EH&S compliance and safety policies.
• Perform wet chemistry tasks: pH testing, moisture, oxidation, titration.
• Process waste samples daily: fuel compatibility, GC analyses, metals analysis.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment daily: calorimeters, pH meters, GC-MS, GC-FID.
• Provide lab support: standards prep, record keeping, misc. duties.

Skills

Hazardous materials handling

Wet chemistry procedures

Supervisory experience

English proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in chemistry

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

GC-MS

GC-FID

Calorimeters

pH meters

Job description

Lab Supervisor - 2nd Shift

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

• Location: East Chicago, IN
• Paid Weekly!
• Student loan repayment assistance!
• Benefits such as Health, Dental, Vision and 401K

What will you do? Make an impact!

As a Lab Supervisor with Tradebe, you will oversee daily laboratory operations, including testing hazardous waste and chemical samples received at our plants, while supervising your assigned shift. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in hazardous materials, chemistry, and some supervisory experience.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise lab chemists on your assigned shift.
• Foster a culture of safety by prioritizing and ensuring compliance with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Perform wet chemistry laboratory tasks, including pH testing, moisture analysis, oxidation, and titration.
• Process waste samples daily, including but not limited to fuel compatibility testing, bomb calorimetry, GC analysis, and metals analysis.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment daily, such as calorimeters, pH meters, GC-MS, and GC-FID.
• Provide additional laboratory support in areas like standards preparation, record keeping, and other general duties as assigned.

Do you have what it takes?

• Associate's degree in chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Successful completion of Hazwoper training is required.
• Experience in wet chemistry procedures.
• Experience with gas chromatography and general lab practices is desirable.
• Hazardous materials training.
• Previous supervisory experience is a plus.
• 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

What’s in for you?

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!

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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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