Branch Operations Supervisor — Safety & Efficiency

Univar; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental

Retirement & PTO programs

Job summary

Univar Solutions in Irvine, CA seeks an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily branch operations, including transportation, warehouse, and tank farm activities. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient, cost-effective performance.

You will support Sales, conduct safety audits, and coordinate incident investigations with the Branch Operations Manager, guiding staff and driving key metrics in a dynamic chemical distribution environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s preferred.
• 3–5 years of operations experience in chemical distribution preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT regulations preferred.
• Salary range of $90,000–$105,000 exists for this role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily safe, efficient, legal and economical operations of assigned branch, including transportation, warehouse and tank farm.
• Supports sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Assists Branch Operations Manager with incident investigations and communicates root causes.
• Regularly updates upper management on branch performance and trends.
• Conducts daily pre-shift meetings and coordinates day-to-day work activities.
• Ensures employees have required tools and training on safety and operations.

Skills

Supervisory Leadership

Analytical

Performance metrics

Microsoft Office

Decision making

Organization

HazMat certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience

Tools

UVX2000

Job description

Univar Solutions in Irvine, CA seeks an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily branch operations, including transportation, warehouse, and tank farm activities. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient, cost-effective performance.

You will support Sales, conduct safety audits, and coordinate incident investigations with the Branch Operations Manager, guiding staff and driving key metrics in a dynamic chemical distribution environment.