Approvals Chemist

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.

Main Purpose

This position will code waste streams for various customers, deciding the best treatment solution for incoming waste based on specifications and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented with a desire to learn and grow within the environmental services industry.

Key job responsibilities

• Code all wastes according to processing capability of plants
• Ensure that waste can be handled legally, safely, and economically
• Document waste approvals
• Maintain all approvals filing
• Sort through 280+ emails and answer them accordingly
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in chemistry, environmental science, or other related science is preferred
• Possess adequate computer skills
• Strong candidates must possess a great work ethic, and have the ability to work alone as well as in a group
• Minimum of one (1) year industry experience and working knowledge of RCRA, DOT, and EPA regulations is desirable.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Typing long periods of time

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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