Operations Support Specialist

Univar Solutions; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions is hiring an Operations Support Specialist to lead new customer implementations onsite and back-fill for turnover. The role supports safety compliance, regulatory adherence, and efficient waste management operations.

You will collaborate with leaders to design processes, manage transportation and disposal scheduling, and assist in customer equipment solutions. Travel up to high levels may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Business or related field.
• Pass company physical and drug screen tests.
• Be flexible. Travel may peak at 90%.

Responsibilities

• Site lead for new customer contract implementations and back-fill OSS Site Manager turnover, vacations, or sick leave.
• Serve as site Safety liaison ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Prepare Bill of Lading, Waste Manifests, and schedule transport and disposal of waste and recycling materials.
• Identify and coordinate process improvements to drive efficiency and profitability.
• Act as site HR lead and liaison ensuring policy compliance.
• Collaborate with leaders to design processes that optimize staffing and service delivery.
• Assist in equipment needs assessment and proposal development for clients.
• Perform other related duties as required by OSS management.

Skills

RCRA regulations

DOT regulations

Teamwork

Self-starter

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Advanced MS Office

Authorized to work in US

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Business

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

A Place Where People Matter.

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.

As an Operations Support Specialist for Univar Solutions ONSITE SERVICES (OSS) business, you will be involved in the following activities:

Deliverables:

• Site lead for new customer contract implementations and provide back-fill for certain OSS Site Manager turnover, vacations, sick leave, etc.
• Perform as site team Safety support and the corporate safety liaison ensuring safety compliance of employees and the required processes are adhered to at all times
• Certified and skilled in RCRA & DOT regulations & adherence to the regs.
• Prepare Bill of Lading, Waste Manifests and scheduling the transport & disposal of customer waste & recycling materials
• Support the identification, management, and coordination opportunities for process improvement to drive improved program efficiency, enhancements and profitability
• Perform as site team Human Resources (HR) lead and the corporate HR liaison ensuring compliance to the required policies are adhered to at all times
• Collaborating with organizational leaders and front-line teams to design and implement processes that utilize staff effectively, enhance service and continuously improve the work environment
• Working to understand customers waste management equipment needs and assist in the equipment business case proposal preparation to prospective and existing clients
• Performs other related duties as customer requires or OSS management requests.

Skills

• Must have the ability to learn and utilize RCRA (Resource Conservation & Recovery Act of 1976), DOT & EPA regulations as they affect the storage, packing, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste
• Utilize and develop skills and/or obtain endorsements or certifications (i.e. RCRA/DOT) that align with scope of work.
• Must work well in a team environment with ability to build effective relationships.
• Be a self-starter with ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Must have the ability to develop positive working relationships with suppliers/vendors and customers.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Computer skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access are required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
• 1-2 years of related industry experience is desired

Education

• Bachelor's degree required in Environmental Science/Engineering/Business or relevant technical field
• Pass company physical and drug screen tests.
• Participate in company medical surveillance program.
• Be flexible. Travel requirement may peak at 90%.

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 9,500 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. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].