Operations Manager

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The Plant Operations Manager is responsible for supervising and coordinating activities of workers engaged in producing and repackaging of compressed and liquid gases cylinders, correcting unsafe acts or conditions without delay, and assigning job tasks to workers according to customer needs, current stock levels and workers' expertise.

• Operates and safely maintains the plant for pumping or repackaging of gases into cylinders while ensuring alignment with all federal, state, local and company policies, procedures, regulations and laws. Maintains a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.

• Studies production schedules and estimates team-hour requirements for completion of job assignments. Collaborates on and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.

• Implements measures to advance production methods, equipment performance, and product quality. Refines working conditions and use of equipment to increase the effectiveness of the work crew.

• Ensures all safety principles are consistently observed and safety training is regularly scheduled, conducted and documented. Guides company policies for the team and champions safety regulations.

• Ensures all injuries and accidents are thoroughly investigated and reported within 24 hours.

• Analyzes and resolves, or assists the team in solving, work-related challenges. Recommends and/or initiates personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, and performance alignment measures. Ensures associate issues, grievances, etc. are effectively and empathetically handled.

• Guides and supports supervisors to provide mentorship. Suggests plans to inspire the team to reach milestones together. Provides coaching and supportive feedback promptly, ensuring that growth opportunities are identified, documented, and improved to acceptable performance.

• Trains new team members and cross-trains associates to ensure continuity during personnel shortages.

• Maintains time and production records and approves overtime when essential, while keeping overtime at balanced levels.

Additional duties and projects may be assigned.

Qualifications We Are Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Ideally, five (5)+ years of industry experience to include a minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience in a supervisory or supportive leadership role.

• Ability to operate a fork-lift.

• Ability to observe and assess information received via computer.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with compressed/packaged gases is a plus.

• Associate's degree in Engineering, Chemistry or science-related degree field.

• Prior experience utilizing SAP.

• Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite Products.

• Analytical skills and a thorough understanding of how to leverage metrics and related tools to improve production efficiency and effectiveness.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Communication skills that ensure a smooth flow of information through clear speaking, encouragement of open expression of ideas, and active listening.

• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others in various situations regardless of status of position. Values cultural diversity and establishes supportive working relationships.

• Demonstrated knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent.

• Skilled verbal and written communication.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to complete handwritten compliance documentation neatly and accurately.

• Ability to transverse through manufacturing and/or office locations.

• Occasionally may be required to move up to 60 pounds or more with the aid of material handling equipment.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving office/production machine parts.

• Minimal travel required.

• Requires both indoor & outdoor environments in various seasonal weather conditions. Ability to work in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 100 degrees.

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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