Industrial Maintenance Shift Lead - 2nd Shift

Tradebe•Chicago, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Hightlights Location: East Chicago, IN Schedule/Shift: 2nd Shift | Mon-Fri Paid Weekly Play a key role in preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, and outage planning What will you do? Make an impact! As a Maintenance Supervisor, you will lead and support daily maintenance operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant equipment performance. This is a working supervisor role that combines leadership with hands-on technical expertise. You’ll partner closely with maintenance teams, operations, and fellow supervisors to support continuous plant operations and minimize downtime.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3–5 years of industrial mechanic and/or millwright experience
Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Experience with manual alignment methods
Experience rebuilding pumps and blowers
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and multitask with minimal supervision
Ability to read equipment prints and OEM manuals
Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Ability to read, understand, and apply SOPs and training documentation
Ability to operate a forklift
Must provide a basic set of tools
Valid driver’s license required
Ability to work occasional overtime
Ability to obtain physician certification to wear a respirator
Successful completion of pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check
Completion of OSHA Lockout/Tagout and Confined Space training (as required)
Completion of HAZWOPER training (provided during first week of employment)

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory or lead experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Enforce all safety and environmental policies across maintenance activities
Lead, assign, and coordinate daily maintenance work to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently
Partner with maintenance personnel on repairs, preventative maintenance, and assigned projects
Support the development and execution of preventative maintenance programs
Coordinate and contribute to scheduled and unscheduled equipment outages
Maintain clean, organized, and compliant maintenance work areas
Support parts inventory control and continuous improvement of inventory systems
Oversee maintenance of mobile equipment (e.g., forklifts, track hoes, backhoes)
Perform hands-on industrial equipment repairs, including pipe fitting and welding (if qualified)
Conduct and support plant inspections focused on preventative maintenance
Maintain strong working knowledge of plant systems and machinery
Complete accurate shift reports detailing work performed, equipment status, and handoffs
Perform other duties as assigned