Production Manager - 4th Shift (Weekends)

TRADEBE; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Student loan repayment

Vacation & sick plans

Medical & dental

401k match

FSA

HSA

Life insurance

Career development

Job summary

Tradebe is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily plant operations at our processing facility in East Chicago, Indiana. The role focuses on safety, regulatory compliance, productivity, and team performance while ensuring efficient material processing and inventory control.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of leadership in environmental services or industrial operations, with a hands-on approach in a fast-paced setting and a drive to improve processes and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in environmental services, hazardous waste, chemical processing, manufacturing, or related industrial operations.
• Strong emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant processes.
• Champion a culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and regulatory compliance.
• Coach and develop production personnel to improve performance and accountability.
• Oversee material processing, inventory management, and workflow execution.
• Coordinate with Laboratory, Maintenance, Receiving, and other departments to optimize operations.
• Ensure compliance with RCRA, permit requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor equipment reliability and coordinate maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Quality and safety

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Regulatory compliance

Job description

• 4th Shift Schedule – Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday | 6am-4:3pm
• Paid Weekly – Consistent weekly pay
• Lead a Critical Operation – Directly influence safety, compliance, productivity, and team performance within a highly regulated processing facility
• Make a Meaningful Impact – Help protect the environment by ensuring materials are safely managed, recycled, and processed responsibly

What will you do? Make an impact!

Tradebe is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily plant operations within our processing facility. This role is responsible for driving safety, regulatory compliance, productivity, and team performance while ensuring efficient processing of materials and inventory.

The ideal candidate will bring leadership experience from an environmental services, hazardous waste, chemical processing, manufacturing, or other industrial operations environment. We are looking for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced setting, develops high‑performing teams, and continuously seeks opportunities to improve processes and operational results.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Lead daily production operations while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant processes.
• Champion a strong culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and regulatory compliance.
• Manage, coach, and develop production personnel to drive performance and accountability.
• Oversee material processing, inventory management, and workflow execution.
• Partner with Laboratory, Maintenance, Receiving, and other departments to optimize operations and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with RCRA, permit requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor equipment reliability and coordinate maintenance activities to maximize uptime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Do you have what it takes?

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership experience within environmental services, hazardous waste management, chemical processing, manufacturing, industrial operations, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience managing production, processing, inventory, or plant operations in a regulated environment strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and drive operational results.
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and operational excellence principles.

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