Lab Pack Plant Technician (Up to $21/hour!) at Tradebe in East Chicago, Indiana

Job 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.




The Opportunity



As a Lab Pack Plant Technician, you will be assisting the Lab Pack Plant Chemist in sampling, packaging and labelling hazardous wastes for transportation and disposal.




Key Job Responsibilities

• Safely de-pack and consolidate lab pack quantities in accordance with regulatory and company standards.


• Collect samples from drums and in-house created materials for proper identification and processing.


• Assist with the loading and offloading of trucks, ensuring secure and compliant transport of materials.


• Pour-off and bulk lab pack materials as required, following proper handling procedures.


• Complete all regulatory documentation accurately to maintain compliance with environmental laws and internal protocols.


• Ensure Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance by adhering to relevant regulations, standards, and internal policies, and by promoting a safe and environmentally responsible workplace.


• Respond promptly and effectively to spills and other emergency situations.


• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team operations and company goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required


• Hazardous waste experience a plus


• Experience operating a forklift preferred


• Successful completion of Hazwoper training


• Must have an OSHA/Hazwoper physical examination


• Must obtain a physician certification to wear a respirator


• 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

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!

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!




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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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