Operations Supervisor: Safety, Efficiency & Team Leadership

Univar Solutions Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions is seeking an Operations Supervisor in Carson, CA to oversee daily branch operations, supervise staff, manage the facility and budget, and drive operational excellence. You will ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies, lead safety audits, and support sales efforts while coordinating with the Branch Operations Manager.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience in operations, knowledge of chemical distribution facility operations, and familiarity with SAP

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3 - 5 years of proven experience in operations.
• Knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation.
• SAP or experience with similar ERP systems is beneficial.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating compliance to corporate health, safety, and environmental affairs policies, including completion of all required training, documentation and record keeping.
• Supporting sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental standards.
• Leading the emergency response team in the branch.
• Supporting branch health and safety program and conducts safety audits in conjunction with Branch Operations Manager.
• Conducting daily pre-shift meetings and communicates expectations to employees.
• Creating a positive work environment and cultivates employee ownership of branch operations and performance.
• Participating in inspections from outside agencies (DOT,EPA,FDA,DHS).
• Direct supervision for Material Handlers.

Skills

Operations supervision

ERP systems

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

Job description

Univar Solutions is seeking an Operations Supervisor in Carson, CA to oversee daily branch operations, supervise staff, manage the facility and budget, and drive operational excellence. You will ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies, lead safety audits, and support sales efforts while coordinating with the Branch Operations Manager.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience in operations, knowledge of chemical distribution facility operations, and familiarity with SAP