at Univar Solutions USA Inc. in Bedford Park, Illinois, United States
Job Description
We value passion, energy, and enthusiasm to ignite transformation in our industry.
Start your career journey with ChemPoint! Be part of our team that is transforming the chemical, ingredient, and industrial finished products industry.
The Operations Manager is responsible for maintaining safe, legal, efficient, environmentally sound, and economic operations activities of the branches in the region. Provides direct support and oversight to Manager National Operations. Functions as staff to the Manager of National Operations - ChemCare and coordinates with other members of the Corporate Office and Regional staff to achieve safety, regulatory compliance, and profitability.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
*Coordinating the implementation and maintenance of the operating equipment, policies, procedure, methods, and systems for the region.
*Improving or creating new policies and procedures, safety standards, methods, and equipment for the position.
*Collaborating with Regional Managers on facilitation of internal and external logistics recommendations.
*Recommending and supervising maintenance and improvement of facilities in conjunction with the Branch Operations Manager or the Director of Operations.
*Visiting off-site locations, branches to review the operational activities and equipment to recommend changes or corrections.
*Supervising compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other Federal, State and Local regulations and conducting routine safety audits.
*Ensuring training programs are conducted and documented.
*Participating in the recruiting process of Field Services roles in the region to ensure open roles are filled on time.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
*College degree, or equivalent business experience.
*5 to 7 years of proven Hazardous Waste Field Services or Sales leadership experience within the industry.
*Extensive knowledge of sales activities, warehousing, accounting, credit, personnel management, transportation, and an understanding of how to handle emergency situations.
*Familiar with local, state, and federal business laws as they apply to our operations. Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility
WHERE YOU'LL WORK:
8500 W 68th St., Bedford Park, IL 60501-1844
We are ChemPoint.We are fanatical about every customer and supplier interaction and dedicated to reaching customers and delivering actionable insights to enable producer success. We're the leader in the marketing, sales, and distribution of specialty and fine chemicals.ChemPoint represents over 70 suppliers and 220 product lines in North America, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa.
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.
ChemPoint 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.
ChemPoint 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.
ChemPoint 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 ChemPoint prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by ChemPoint's 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.
Univar is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of consideration for employment and employment with the Company are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
