Lab Chemist - 2nd Shift

Tradebe•Chicago, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Tradebe is hiring a Lab Chemist at its East Chicago, Indiana facility, its largest processing hub. The role involves receiving, identifying, sorting, and de-packing lab pack materials at an industrial hazardous-waste processing facility. The chemist applies scientific knowledge to classify, characterize, and manage chemical and hazardous-waste streams safely and in accordance with environmental regulations and company procedures. Duties also include material transfers and sampling; preparing and documenting waste shipments; maintaining regulatory compliance; inspecting work areas, containers, and equipment; and supporting spill response and environmental, health, and safety practices. This is an on-site, second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related scientific field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately identify, classify, and document materials.
Ability to work safely in an industrial environment, follow established safety procedures, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Comfort with hands-on work, including material handling, sampling, packaging, and waste management activities.
Strong communication skills and ability to read, write, and understand English.
Ability to work the assigned schedule and perform all duties on-site.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with chemicals, hazardous materials, laboratory operations, or environmental services is preferred.
Forklift experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Receive, identify, sort, and de-pack lab pack materials in an industrial hazardous-waste processing facility.
Classify, characterize, and safely manage chemical and hazardous-waste streams.
Perform bulk consolidations, material transfers, sampling, and container management according to environmental regulations and company procedures.
Prepare, package, label, and document hazardous-waste shipments for transportation, treatment, recycling, and disposal.
Complete regulatory documentation and maintain compliance with EPA, DOT, OSHA, and company requirements.
Conduct routine inspections of work areas, containers, and equipment to ensure safe and compliant operations.
Support spill response activities and contribute to environmental, health, and safety practices.