Operations Manager

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Operations Manager

Under the general direction of the District Operations Manager the Operations Manager (OM) is responsible for the efficient day-to-day operations of the department including directing a team of Yard Specialist and Operations Coordinators while managing the departments annual budget and operating plan. Works closely with the Transportation Branch Manager to service the customers.

WHAT YOULL DO:

Environmental Health & Safety

• Manages the daily safe efficient legal and economical operations associated with terminals and customer interactions.
• 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.
• Implements and manages applicable health and safety program.
• Conducts timely and detailed incident investigations and communicates root causes and recommends corrective and preventives measures to the District Operations Manager.
• Regularly briefs upper management on performance including cost and productivity opportunities and issues and branch or industry related trends.

Staff Supervision

• Maintains a supervisory presence throughout the branch; ensures daily pre-shift meetings are held and regularly communicates expectations to employees.
• Manages 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.
• Oversees the completion of drug testing and medical surveillance as required.
• Leads interviewing hiring training and evaluating personnel.

Branch Administration

• Develops email communications and correspondence with internal and external customers.
• Regularly participates in District LOB Business Meetings.
• Prepares and presents comprehensive Branch Reviews to Leadership.

Sales Support/Customer Service

• Manages budget and operating plan 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

• Ensures company quality processes are adhered to at the local level.
• Partners with appropriate departments internal and terminals to resolves product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner.

Inventory Management

• Directs inventory management process; researches and resolves discrepancies with appropriate personnel as needed.

Facility Maintenance

• Ensures proper maintenance upkeep and housekeeping of owned/leased facilities.
• Resolves facility maintenance issues with appropriate personnel and reports safety concerns.
• Maintains close security and control over physical operations.

Process Improvement

• Implements initiatives to improve operations.
• Proactively identifies and leads process improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOULL NEED:

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 5-7 years experience in operations
• Experience with of governmental requirements related to the chemical industry; i.e. OSHA EPA RCRA DOT etc. preferred or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge
• Knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation preferred
• Working knowledge of hazardous chemicals preferred
• Experience working in ERP systems SAP preferred
• Supervisory Leadership; proven ability to communicate with support and motivate employees to achieve operational objectives
• Strong verbal /written communication skills
• Able to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a team environment
• Analytical; ability to track record and report department metrics
• Process improvement projects
• High level of decision-making ability; balancing customers needs and company objectives
• Strong organization skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload
• HazMat certification or Hazwoper Certification
• Ability to lead in emergency response situations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Excel and Word
• Basic understanding of ERP systems SAP preferred

WHERE YOULL WORK:

Location: 777 Brisbane St. Houston TX 77061-5044

This is a First Shift position starting at 4:00 AM

PAY & BENEFITS:

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates relevant experience education training certifications qualifications and work location
• Available employee benefits include health vision dental coverage along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA
• Competitive pay and benefits

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 9500 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 .

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.