Operations Manager

Univar Solutions • Visalia, CA

7d • $98,200 - $128,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager (OM), under the general direction of the District Operations Manager, is responsible for the efficient day-to-day operation of the department. The role directs a team of Yard Specialists and Operations Coordinators and manages the department’s annual budget and operating plan. The Operations Manager works closely with the Transportation Branch Manager to serve customers.

The role oversees safe, efficient, legal, and economical terminal operations and customer interactions; supports compliance with company and regulatory health, safety, and environmental policies; and leads staff, branch administration, customer service, quality assurance, inventory management, facility maintenance, and process improvement. The Operations Manager also reports on branch performance and presents comprehensive Branch Reviews to leadership.

This position is located at 7625 W Sunnyview Ave., Visalia, CA 93291-9602. The stated annual salary range is $98,200–$128,000. The offered salary may vary based on relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five to seven years of experience in operations.
• Experience with governmental requirements related to the chemical industry, such as OSHA, EPA, RCRA, and DOT, or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge.
• Supervisory leadership ability, including communicating with, supporting, and motivating employees to achieve operational objectives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a team environment.
• Analytical ability to track, record, and report department metrics.
• Experience with process improvement projects.
• Strong decision-making ability, balancing customer needs and company objectives.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle a diverse and significant workload.
• HazMat certification or Hazwoper certification.
• Ability to lead in emergency response situations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Basic understanding of ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with governmental requirements related to the chemical industry, including OSHA, EPA, RCRA, and DOT.
• Knowledge of chemical distribution facility operations.
• Working knowledge of hazardous chemicals.
• Experience working in ERP systems; SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily safe, efficient, legal, and economical operations associated with terminals and customer interactions.
• Facilitate compliance with corporate health, safety, and environmental policies, including required training, documentation, and record keeping.
• Support sales efforts in accordance with corporate and regulatory compliance and health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Implement and manage applicable health and safety programs.
• Conduct timely, detailed incident investigations; communicate root causes and recommend corrective and preventive measures to the District Operations Manager.
• Brief upper management on performance, cost and productivity opportunities and issues, and branch or industry trends.
• Maintain a supervisory presence throughout the branch, ensure daily pre-shift meetings are held, and regularly communicate expectations to employees.
• Manage daily work activities to meet operational goals and objectives.
• Ensure employees have required tools and training related to safety, operating standards, and department goals.
• Foster a positive work environment and employee ownership of branch operations and performance.
• Oversee required drug testing and medical surveillance.
• Lead interviewing, hiring, training, and evaluation of personnel.
• Develop email communications and correspondence with internal and external customers.
• Participate regularly in District LOB Business Meetings.
• Prepare and present comprehensive Branch Reviews to leadership.
• Manage the budget and operating plan to achieve branch goals.
• Meet customer requirements and fulfill orders cost-effectively using appropriate risk management and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure local adherence to company quality processes and partner with appropriate departments and terminals to resolve product quality issues promptly and efficiently.
• Direct inventory management, researching and resolving discrepancies with appropriate personnel.
• Ensure maintenance, upkeep, and housekeeping of owned or leased facilities; resolve maintenance issues and report safety concerns.
• Maintain security and control of physical operations.
• Implement operational initiatives and proactively identify and lead process improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental coverage.
• Industry-leading retirement and time off programs; union benefits vary according to the applicable CBA.
• Strong work/life flexibility.
• Targeted annual company bonus, if applicable to the role.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Total Rewards package with market-aligned pay and incentives, as well as benefits supporting employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED