Site Supervisor

Univar Solutions USA Inc; Anna (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Diverse benefits offering

Job summary

Univar Solutions USA Inc in Ohio is seeking a dedicated Operations Supervisor to ensure the safe and efficient operation of its branch. The role includes facilitating compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies while overseeing daily branch operations and supporting the team in achieving performance goals.

Ideal candidates will possess leadership skills and a strong background in operations, coupled with knowledge of chemical distribution and safety regulations. The position includes a rewarding benefits package aimed at employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years operations experience required.
• Knowledge of chemical distribution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Facilitate compliance with health and environmental policies.
• Support branch health and safety program.
• Conduct incident investigations and recommend measures.
• Update management on branch performance and trends.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate expectations.
• Coordinate work activities to meet operational goals.
• Create a positive work environment among employees.
• Support hazardous waste inspections and paperwork.
• Maintain budget and operating plans for branch goals.

Skills

Supervisory Leadership

Analytical skills

Experience with performance metrics

Microsoft Office knowledge

Decision-making ability

Strong organizational skills

cGMP knowledge

Chemical distribution knowledge

Warehouse equipment operation

Emergency response ability

Basic understanding of UVX2000

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

3-5 years operations experience

Job description

Primary Purpose

Environmental, Health & Safety

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily safe, efficient, legal and economical operations of assigned branch, including transportation, warehouse and tank farm.
• Facilitates compliance to corporate health, safety and environmental affairs policies, including completion of all required training, documentation and record keeping.
• Supports sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental affairs standards.
• Supports branch health and safety program and conducts safety audits in conjunction with Branch Operations Manager.
• Assists Branch Operations Manager with conducting timely and detailed incident investigations and communicates root causes and recommends corrective and preventive measures.
• Regularly updates upper management on branch performance, including cost and productivity opportunities and issues, and branch or industry related trends.
• Conducts daily pre-shift meetings, communicates expectations to employees and maintains a supervisory presence throughout the branch.
• Coordinates day-to-day work activities to ensure operational goals and objectives are met. Ensures all employees have the required tools and training on matters related to safety, operation standards and department goals.
• Creates a positive work environment and fosters employee ownership of branch operations and performance.
• May oversee the completion of drug testing and medical surveillance as required.
• General office work, email communications and correspondence with internal and external customers.
• Supports inspections and paperwork associated with hazardous waste generation and waste pickup transport.
• Participates in inspections from outside agencies (DOT, EPA, FDA, DHS).
• Supports Branch Operations Manager with maintaining budget and operating plans to achieve branch goals.
• Responsible for meeting customer requirements and fulfilling orders in a cost effective manner using appropriate risk management and Standard Operating Procedures.

Quality Assurance

• Partners with appropriate departments to resolve product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner.
• Inventory Management
• Responsible for cycle counts and physical inventory, including quarantined material.
• Supervises daily operations, including repack & transportation functions in inventory management system (e.g. UVX2000). Facility Maintenance. Process Improvement. Performs other related duties as required or requested.

Skills

• Supervisory Leadership; proven ability to communicate with, support, and motivate employees to achieve operational objectives.
• Analytical; ability to track, record and report department production.
• Experience with performance metrics and process improvement.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Excel and Word.
• High level of decision-making ability; balancing customer's needs and company objectives.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of chemical distribution and UNIVAR Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ability to operate all warehouse equipment.
• Ability to respond to emergency response situations.
• Basic understanding of UVX2000.
• Some branches may require HazMat certification or Hazwoper Certification.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years operations experience.
• Knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation preferred.
• Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to the chemical industry; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc. preferred or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge.

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 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].