Waste Operations Manager

Tradebe Environmental Services; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

HSAs and FSAs

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Tradebe Environmental Services’ East Chicago, IN facility seeks an Operations Manager to oversee daily production, ensure safety compliance, and drive efficient workflows.

You will lead production personnel, manage inventory processing, coordinate with lab, maintenance and receiving, and respond to after-hours calls as needed. This role requires a degree in Chemistry/Engineering/Natural Sciences and 3–5 years in environmental or hazardous waste settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Natural Sciences, or equivalent experience in a similar industry or field.
• 3–5 years of equivalent experience in environmental, chemistry or hazardous waste environment.
• 3 years processing/inventory management/shipping experience.
• OSHA/HAZWOPER physical examination.
• Physician’s certification to wear respirator.
• DOT Hazardous Materials Awareness Training.
• Ability to read, understand and apply SOPs and training modules.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Foster, uphold, and prioritize a strong culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) throughout the team, ensuring that safety and compliance are integral to all operations.
• Oversee all production personnel and processes.
• Ensure that inventory is processed per process code, inbound profile and analysis information.
• Communicate problems/issues to appropriate departments, including lab, receiving, and maintenance.
• Ensure that all regulations and internal health and safety policies are followed by production personnel.
• Ensure that all production areas are in compliance with Part B, RCRA permit.
• Ensure that area equipment is maintained and operational.
• Leverage data and analyze production trends to achieve operational efficiency and improve output.
• Willingness and ability to work off shift for visibility and operational support.
• Willingness to take after hours calls and field production issues and resolve and/or delegate accordingly.
• Function as site’s point of contact as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

SOPs understanding

English literacy

Regulatory compliance

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Natural Sciences

Job description

Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions

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

• Location: East Chicago, IN
• Schedule: Monday – Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM). Must be able to adjust work schedule for off shifts based on production needs and be available to respond to calls after hours as needed
• Weekly Pay Available!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits – HSA and FSA options!
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition Reimbursement

What will you do? Make an impact!

The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations and supervision of production personnel, ensuring efficient workflows, adherence to company policies, and compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Foster, uphold, and prioritize a strong culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) throughout the team, ensuring that safety and compliance are integral to all operations.
• Oversee all production personnel and processes.
• Ensure that inventory is processed in the appropriate manner based on process code, inbound profile and analysis information.
• Communicate problems/issues to appropriate departments, including lab, receiving, and maintenance.
• Ensure that all regulations and internal health and safety policies are followed by production personnel.
• Ensure that all production areas are in compliance with Part B, RCRA permit.
• Ensure that area equipment is maintained and operational.
• Leverage data and analyze production trends to achieve operational efficiency and improve output
• Willingness and ability to work off shift for visibility and operational support
• Willingness to take after hours calls and field production issues and resolve and/or delegate accordingly
• Function as site’s point of contact as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Natural Sciences, or equivalent experience in a similar industry or field.
• At least three to five (3 to 5) years of equivalent experience in environmental, chemistry or hazardous waste environment.
• Three (3) years processing/inventory management/shipping experience.
• Must participate in an OSHA/HAZWOPER physical examination.
• Must obtain a physician’s certification to wear respirator.
• Must participate in DOT Hazardous Materials Awareness Training.
• Ability to read, understand and apply common operational documents, SOP’s, and training modules.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from employees, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• 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

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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