Site Lead

Company: Univar
Location: Palatine
Posted on: March 27, 2025

Job Description:

Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.Direct the activities involved in the efficient operation of the warehouse and delivery service.What You'll Do:

• Provide services for Onsite Customer by collecting hazardous and non-hazardous waste site wide.
• Properly manage all waste collected.
• Provide for the efficient receiving, marking, and packaging wastes.
• Ensure compliance with all state and Federal labeling and shipping laws and regulations on waste shipped from customer site.
• Maintain and control the requisitioning of warehouse supply items and equipment.
• Help direct all safety programs for all warehouse employees according to established policy and practice.
• Assist in the recruitment and hiring of warehouse personnel; ensure orientation and training in the proper methods for performing warehouse duties.
• Inspect and check warehouse equipment and facilities to ensure that all equipment is in good operating condition.
• Recommend new methods and procedures in warehouse activities.What You'll Need:
• Must be able to work under Company and Customer policies where experience and independent judgment are needed.
• Should be familiar with the office paper flow, operations of each department, particular products and their handling problems, and knowledge of all departments within the warehouse.
• Must be able to work with and motivate others.
• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations.
• Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training.
• Self-starter and motivated.
• Ability to lead teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• High School Diploma or GED with additional schooling or equivalent business experience.
• Should have 1 to 3 years of experience in waste management.
• Proven understanding of governmental requirements related to the hazardous waste management; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc.Where You'll Work:Palatine, ILWhat You Can Expect:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by a diverse team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits including Time Off as business allows, and 8 paid holidays!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 10,000 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.
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