Chemical Maintenance Supervisor

Industrial Manufacturing | Metal Plating Operations

Lafayette, IN | On-Site | Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Prevail Recruiting is representing a well-established, 50+ year-old industrial manufacturing company with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term customer partnerships.

This organization operates in a complex, process-driven plating environment and is currently entering a phase of operational growth and investment.

They are seeking a Chemical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee chemical processes, maintenance operations, and environmental compliance across production.

The Role

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for supervising chemical maintenance activities, supporting production uptime, and ensuring compliance across all chemical handling, waste management, and safety protocols.

You will play a key role in keeping production running efficiently, maintaining chemical systems, and leading a small team in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support chemical maintenance and production staff
• Oversee plating tank chemistry, batch treatments, and tank changeouts
• Maintain chemical inventory (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Manage hazardous waste handling and compliance (RCRA, DOT, etc.)
• Perform and oversee waste inspections and environmental safety protocols
• Schedule and maintain filtration systems and chemical equipment
• Ensure production uptime through proactive maintenance
• Coordinate receiving, storage, and handling of chemicals
• Maintain accurate logs, documentation, and reporting
• Enforce safety standards, PPE compliance, and housekeeping

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in chemical maintenance, plating, or industrial manufacturing
• Strong understanding of plating tank chemistry or similar process environments
• Experience supervising or leading teams in a production setting
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and environmental compliance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• Wastewater Treatment License (Class C preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $75,000 – $105,000 (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Gas card / company support perks
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term career growth within a stable, growing organization

Why This Opportunity

• 50+ year-old company with strong market reputation
• Stable business with consistent demand
• Opportunity to step into a key leadership role
• Hands-on impact on operations, safety, and performance
• Local, team-oriented environment with long-tenured employees

Interested Candidates

Please apply with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.