Plant Manager

Univar; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions is seeking a dedicated Plant Manager to lead operations at our California facility. This role involves supervising a team, managing production processes, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering or business administration with specific experience in the chemical industry.

Benefits

Paid training and development programs

Global career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Five years of warehouse experience, three in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in the chemical manufacturing or distribution industry is preferred.
• Ability to lift upwards of 50lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 20-30 employees.
• Oversee operations related to bulk chemicals and production.
• Achieve financial objectives by managing budgets and variances.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Mathematical Skills

Initiative

Education

University degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Logistics

Tools

Forklift Operation

Job description

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Company Name: Univar Solutions Canada LTD

Requisition ID: 33062

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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.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Plant Manager is a key member of our Operations team and directs the daily supervision of the operation staff to ensure the safe, clean, and efficient operation of the facility. If you are looking for a challenging role in a team orientated environment and a fast-paced facility this is the job for you!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead, coach, and mentor an operations team of 20-30 employees including 3 supervisors
• Oversee all operation related activities in the facility yard and warehouse
• Oversee transloading of bulk chemicals in facility yard
• Oversee production and packaging of blends
• Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and following standard operational procedures, programs, and policies
• Overseeing inventory levels by ensuring physical counts, and reconciliation with data storage system
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual capital budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions
• Interact with management to set and achieve goals relative to business needs and KPI’s while ensuring that safety remains the number 1 priority.
• Oversee general office duties and administrative responsibilities
• Some outdoor work required in various weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• University degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Logistics with five (5) years warehouse experience, three (3) of which in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in the chemical manufacturing or distribution industry is preferred.
• Experience with handling chemicals
• Experience with rail sidings
• Experience with production and packaging of totes, drums and pails.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and demonstrates initiative.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer and mathematical skills
• Must have the ability to read and understand technical materials
• Forklift operation experience an asset
• WHMIS and/or TDG training an asset
• Must be able to lift upwards of 50lbs on a regular basis

WHERE YOU'LL WORK:

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid training and development programs at every level
• Global career advancement and mentoring opportunities
• Competitive salary, benefits to include; employer paid medical & dental, short term and long term disability coverage, pension with employer matched contributions
• Employee Resource Networks that are advocating for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within the company

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and well-being 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 benefit offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

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 and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

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