Regional Operations Manager - Midwest - Tradebe

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.

The Opportunity

The Technical Services Regional Operations Manager will oversee the operations of facilities within the assigned region, ensuring compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards while driving operational excellence. This role includes managing Operations Managers, optimizing operations, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a safe, efficient, and customer-focused work environment. The manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business growth, streamline processes, and uphold company policies and values.

This is a home-based position with a 50% travel requirement. The employee must be located within the Midwest region of the United States.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Foster, uphold, and prioritize a strong culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) throughout the team, ensuring that safety and compliance are integral to all operations.
• Direct and optimize operations at assigned facilities, ensuring adherence to company policies, compliance with EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations, and achievement of operational goals.
• Oversee Technical Sales activities and provide technical support to the Specialists while providing direction and targets for growth.
• Oversee Technical billing operations related to lab pack services helping improve organizational DSO.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and direction to facility managers and staff, fostering a collaborative and respectful workplace.
• Track branch performance metrics, focusing on safety, environmental issues, and operational efficiency. Identify and address recurring problems or potential risks.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers by ensuring high service levels, resolving concerns, and supporting sales and customer service teams with technical expertise.
• Proactively promote the company's services, identify growth opportunities, and foster collaborative, profitable relationships with customer organizations.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, monitor expenditures, and enforce cost controls to achieve financial targets and maintain profit margins.
• Conduct performance reviews, recommend training programs, and support staff development to align with company goals.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 7 years of industry experience, including 3 years in a managerial role.
• Extensive knowledge of EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations.
• Experience in creating, analyzing, and managing budgets.
• Experience pricing and quoting the scope of projects
• Previous experience managing a diverse team is a plus
• Intermediate proficiency with Excel and Word
• Ability to present technical information
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight timelines
• 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
• Ability to travel by car, plane, etc.
• 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