Chemical Transloading Jobs in Edmonton, AB (NOW HIRING)

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Reporting to the General Manager, the Plant Manager is a key member of our Operations team and directs the daily supervision of the operation staff to ensure the safe, clean, and efficient operation of the facility. If you are looking for a challenging role in a team orientated environment and a fast-paced facility this is the job for you!  

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead, coach, and mentor an operations team of 40+ employees including 3 supervisors
• Oversee all operation related activities in the facility yard and warehouse 
• Oversee transloading of bulk chemicals in facility yard
• Oversee production and packaging of blends 
• Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and following standard operational procedures, programs, and policies  
• Overseeing inventory levels by ensuring physical counts, and reconciliation with data storage system  
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing an annual capital budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions  
• Interact with management to set and achieve goals relative to business needs and KPI’s while ensuring that safety remains the number 1 priority.
• Oversee general office duties and administrative responsibilities
• Some outdoor work required in various weather conditions  
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: 

• High School Diploma, required 
• Experience in the chemical manufacturing or distribution industry is preferred.
• Experience with handling chemicals
• Experience with rail sidings
• Experience with production and packaging of totes, drums and pails.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and demonstrates initiative.  
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.  
• Strong computer and mathematical skills  
• Must have the ability to read and understand technical materials  
• Forklift operation experience an asset  
• WHMIS and/or TDG training an asset  
• Must be able to lift upwards of 50lbs on a regular basis 

WHERE YOU'LL WORK:

Our location: 16911-118 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5V 1H3

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid training and development programs at every level 
• Global career advancement and mentoring opportunities
• Education allowance
• Competitive salary, benefits to include; employer paid medical & dental, short term and long term disability coverage, pension with employer matched contributions
• Employee Resource Networks that are advocating for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within the company

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 9,500 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 careers@univarsolutions.com.  

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.