Operations Support Specialist

Univar; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions in the United States is seeking an Operations Support Specialist for onsite services. You will serve as site lead for new customer contract implementations and provide back-fill for OSS Site Manager turnover, vacations, or sick leave while supporting safety compliance across the site.

You will prepare transport documents, coordinate disposal, and help drive process improvements. Effective collaboration with HR and front-line teams is essential to optimize staff usage and service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or Business.
• 1-2 years of related industry experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of RCRA and DOT regulations.
• Ability to work onsite and collaborate with safety and HR teams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Site lead for new customer contract implementations and back-fill for OSS Site Manager turnover.
• Perform site safety support and act as corporate safety liaison to ensure compliance.
• Prepare Bill of Lading, Waste Manifests, and schedule transport and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Identify and coordinate process-improvement opportunities to boost efficiency and profitability.
• Serve as HR liaison ensuring compliance with policies and participate in staff coordination.

Skills

RCRA/DOT regulations

Safety liaison

Teamwork

Self-starter

Excel/Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Business

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

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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.

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

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.

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 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] .

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.