Operations Support Specialist

Talentify; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions is seeking an Operations Support Specialist onsite to lead new customer contract implementations and back-fill site management roles. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient waste transport scheduling.

You will coordinate with HR and leaders to improve processes, support equipment needs for clients, and travel up to 90% to meet client requirements. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Environmental Science/Engineering/Business or relevant technical field.
• Experience with hazardous waste regulations and compliance (RCRA, DOT, EPA).
• Travel up to 90% may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead site for new customer contract implementations and back-fill OSS Site Manager turnover.
• Support site safety by acting as corporate safety liaison and ensuring compliance.
• Prepare Bill of Lading, Waste Manifests, and schedule transport/disposal of waste and recycling materials.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to drive efficiency and profitability.
• Collaborate with leaders to design processes that maximize staff utilization and service quality.
• Assist in equipment business cases for waste management needs of customers.

Skills

RCRA regulations

DOT regulations

EPA regulations

Safety liaison

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Vendor relations

Strong communication

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 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].