Title:  Operations Supervisor

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Start your career journey with Univar Solutions!  Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you. 

Under the general direction of the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor is responsible for the efficient day-to-day operations of the branch, including supervision of the employees, facility, budget and executing operations related activities in the facility. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

Environmental, Health & Safety  

• Responsible for the daily safe, efficient, legal and economical operations of assigned branch, including warehouse and tank farm.  

• Facilitates compliance to corporate health, safety, and environmental affairs policies, including completion of all required training, documentation and record keeping.  

• Supports sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental affairs standards.  

• Lead the emergency response team in the branch.  

• Supports branch health and safety program and conducts safety audits in conjunction with Operations Manager.  

• Assists Operations Manager with conducting timely and detailed incident investigations and communicates root causes and recommends corrective and preventives measures.  

• Regularly updates upper management on branch performance, including cost and productivity opportunities and issues, and branch or industry related trends.  

Supervisory Responsibility  

• Direct supervision for Material Handlers and Tank Farm Workers.  

• Fulfill supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.  

• Provides direction to Operations Coordinators, Drivers and Lab Technicians. Staff Supervision  

• Conducts daily pre-shift meetings, communicates expectations to employees and maintains a supervisory presence throughout the branch.  

• Coordinates day-to-day work activities to ensure operational goals and objectives are met.  

• Ensures all employees have the required tools and training on matters related to safety, operation standards and department goals.  

• Creates a positive work environment and fosters employee ownership of branch operations and performance.  

• Oversees the completion of drug testing and medical surveillance as required.  

Branch Administration

• General office work, email communications and correspondence with internal and external customers. 

• Supports inspections and paperwork associated with hazardous waste generation and waste pickup transport.  

• Participates in inspections from outside agencies (DOT,EPA,FDA,DHS).  

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:  

• High School Diploma/GED required  

• Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to the chemical industry; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc. preferred or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge  

• 4 – 6 years’ experience in operations or warehousing • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience  

• Knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation preferred  

• Supervisory Leadership; proven ability to communicate with, support, and motivate employees to achieve operational objectives  

• Strong verbal /written communication skills  

• Able to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a team environment  

• Ability to track, record and report department production  

• Experience with performance metrics and process improvement  

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Excel and Word Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP Experience with ERP Systems, SAP preferred. 

WHERE YOU’LL WORK: 

Our Location: 8500 W 68th St., Bedford Park, IL 60501-1844

This is a Second Shift position. 

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.