Supv Operations I - Dallas, GA

Univar Solutions•Dallas, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Univar Solutions is seeking a hands-on Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day activity at its Dallas, Georgia distribution facility. The supervisor leads yard specialists and warehouse associates, schedules and assigns daily work, and ensures customer orders are shipped accurately and on time. The role combines office work, including scheduling and system updates, with directing yard activity and troubleshooting equipment in the warehouse. As the first line of leadership on an early-morning shift, the Operations Supervisor sets expectations for safety, accountability, and teamwork. The position works closely with the Operations Manager, transportation team, and district leadership. It oversees chemical handling and shipping, supports regulatory compliance and audits, maintains inventory and training records, and handles administrative duties such as purchasing requisitions, invoice approvals, timekeeping, and shift reports.

Requirements

At least 2 years of supervisory experience in chemical distribution or a closely related hazmat warehousing environment.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, including hazard communication, powered industrial trucks, PPE, and lockout/tagout, and DOT hazmat shipping requirements.
Willingness to learn to drive a tractor trailer on the yard.
Ability to work an early shift, typically 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Comfort using ERP or warehouse management systems, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to work hands-on in the yard and warehouse.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification, or the ability to obtain it quickly.
Class A CDL or yard tractor experience.
Hazmat, HAZWOPER, or spill response training.
Experience preparing for and supporting EHS or regulatory audits.
Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system.
Associate's or bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead, schedule, coach, and assign daily work to yard specialists and warehouse associates to meet shipping and receiving commitments.
Enforce OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards; conduct Job Safety Analyses for non-routine tasks; and lead safety talks and inspections.
Oversee safe handling, storage, loading, and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals in drums, totes, bulk containers, and tank trucks.
Ensure shipments are properly placarded, documented, and secured in accordance with hazmat and DOT requirements.
Move trailers on the yard and learn to drive a tractor trailer on site if not already qualified.
Perform and coordinate basic mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on forklifts, pumps, and site equipment, escalating repairs to vendors as needed.
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, receiving checks, and timely system transactions.
Keep employee training records current and support readiness for internal and external EHS audits.
Complete administrative work, including purchasing requisitions, invoice approvals, timekeeping, and shift reports.
Address performance and attendance issues fairly and consistently, including documenting and delivering coaching and corrective action.
Communicate with drivers, customer service, carriers, and district leadership to resolve issues quickly.