Lab Supervisor - 2nd Shift

TRADEBE•East Chicago, IN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Tradebe is hiring a Lab Supervisor for its East Chicago, Indiana facility. The position oversees daily laboratory operations and the assigned shift, including testing hazardous waste and chemical samples received at the plants. The role calls for a background in hazardous materials and chemistry, along with some supervisory experience. The supervisor directs lab chemists and performs laboratory work, including wet chemistry procedures and testing and analysis of waste samples. The role also emphasizes compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures, daily calibration of laboratory equipment, and general laboratory support.

Requirements

Associate's degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related field.
Successful completion of Hazwoper training.
Experience in wet chemistry procedures.
Hazardous materials training.
Ability to work the schedule for which hired.
Ability to work on-site.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Experience with gas chromatography and general lab practices.
Previous supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise lab chemists on the assigned shift.
Prioritize safety and ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures.
Perform wet chemistry laboratory tasks, including pH testing, moisture analysis, oxidation, and titration.
Process waste samples daily, including fuel compatibility testing, bomb calorimetry, GC analysis, and metals analysis.
Calibrate laboratory equipment daily, including calorimeters, pH meters, GC-MS, and GC-FID.
Provide laboratory support with standards preparation, record keeping, and other general duties as assigned.