Industrial Lab Manager - Tradebe

Tradebe Environmental Services is a global leader in environmental services with US Headquarters in Merrillville, IN. Tradebe was founded in 1984 with the vision of helping industrial and chemical companies manage the increasing complexity of the waste they generate, ensuring safety for the people and the environment. Today, we continue to innovate and evolve as we maintain our firm commitment to propelling the circular economy and creating a more sustainable world. We actively contribute by managing all kinds of environmental liabilities in a safe and sustainable manner, focusing on reusing or recycling raw materials and energy, and being dedicated to meeting our customers' environmental goals. In the United States, Tradebe Environmental Services has 30 sites and serves customers from a broad range of markets, from petrochemicals to aerospace and hospitals, with unparalleled safety and quality standards.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lab Manager to lead our team of chemists and technicians. In this role, you will ensure the safe and efficient analysis and processing of hazardous materials, driving innovation and compliance. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of hazardous materials, chemicals, and chemistry knowledge.

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.
• Lead and mentor a talented team in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Oversee all laboratory operations, ensuring accuracy and safety in hazardous waste analysis.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and record-keeping.
• Drive continuous improvement in laboratory processes and techniques.
• Collaborate with other departments to support our mission of environmental stewardship.
• Ensure that laboratory is safe, clean and in compliance per Part B, RCRA Permit.
• Oversee all analytical testing including pH, moisture, oxidation, titration as well as daily processing of waste samples including but not limited to: Fuel compatibility, bomb calorimetry, GC analysis, metals analysis.
• Provide expertise involving all relevant instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and repair as required.
• Ensure that all applicable EPA testing methods and requirements are met.
• Proper removal of laboratory-generated wastes.
• Maintain adequate lab supplies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized working area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in an industrial laboratory setting, with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Expertise in hazardous waste management and regulatory compliance
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Willing to work in an industrial setting with limited outside exposure and be willing to handle hazardous and non-hazardous wastes with appropriate PPE
• Ability to wear a face respirator as needed
• Experience with analytical instrumentation is preferred

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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Nearest Major Market: Gary
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago