Onsite Lab Pack Chemist at Tradebe in Chicago, Illinois

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.




Opportunity Highlights

• Working fully on-site position for our client in the South Chicagoland area


• Consistent 8AM-5PM schedule, Monday-Friday


• This position is a great role to get experience in the industry and grow within Tradebe


• The position includes a $1500 retention bonus!

The Opportunity



As an Onsite Lab Pack Chemist, this candidate will perform on-site hazardous waste identification, segregation, packaging, stabilization, documentation, and shipment preparation in compliance with safety and regulatory standards for a client of Tradebe.




Key Job Responsibilities

• Collects, segregates, and properly packages waste chemicals and materials for disposal to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance


• Foster and lead effective daily communication with the client to proactively anticipate project changes and adapt to evolving needs efficiently


• Consolidate chemicals from various lab and other departments


• Proper labelling of containers with pertinent DOT/EPA and TSD info


• Understand customer specific disposal restrictions/special packaging requirements


• Maintain supply of onsite PPE, shipping documents, labels, and other required supplies

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or other related science is preferred


• Candidates that have relevant experience in the field (non-degree) will be considered


• 2+ years of hands-on experience with lab packing, chemical stabilization, or regulatory compliance activities is required


• Ability to wear a full-face respirator is required


• Ability to work onsite daily is required


• Experience in waste management processes and procedures such as waste collection, satellite accumulation area management, 90-day storage area management, waste stream profiling, chemical segregation and waste disposal technologies is strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Walking


• Standing


• Crawling


• Kneeling


• Lifting


• Reaching


• Pushing


• Pulling

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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