Lab Chemist at Tradebe in East Chicago, Indiana

Job Description:

This position is eligible for our $1500 Sign-On/Retention bonus!


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



As a Lab Chemist, you will perform routine laboratory duties including testing samples received at Tradebe's plants, primarily involving hazardous waste and chemicals. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of chemicals, hazardous materials, and general chemistry.



Key Job Responsibilities

• Conduct all analytical testing, including pH, moisture content, oxidation, and titration.


• Process waste samples daily, including but not limited to fuel compatibility, bomb calorimetry, GC analysis, and metals analysis.


• Perform daily calibration of laboratory equipment such as calorimeters, pH meters, GC-MS, and GC-FID.


• Provide expertise in instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair as needed.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable EPA testing methods and requirements.


• Properly dispose of laboratory-generated wastes.


• Maintain adequate laboratory supplies.


• Keep the laboratory area clean, safe, and well-organized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with a strong scientific background required; college courses or a degree in a science-related field highly preferred.


• Willingness to work in an industrial setting with limited outdoor exposure and handle hazardous and non-hazardous wastes using appropriate PPE.


• Ability to wear a face respirator when needed.


• Strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Experience with analytical instrumentation is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Walking


• Standing


• Crawling


• Kneeling


• Lifting


• Reaching


• Pushing


• Pulling

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• 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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