Distribution Supervisor

About the role

Airgas is hiring a Distribution Supervisor in Santa Fe Springs, CA (Dice Rd – Filling industrial). We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. As an operational problem-solver, you will serve as the operational backbone of our distribution branch, partnering directly with the Branch Manager to lead daily route planning, driver coaching, and order processing to ensure delivery drivers stay safe, fully supported, and on time.

Responsibilities

• Dynamic Dispatch & Routing: Pull daily customer orders and build efficient, cost-effective delivery routes while creating accurate load sheets for warehouse teams.
• Safety & Compliance Leadership: Drive compliance across Department of Transportation (DOT) documentation, lead monthly driver ride-alongs, and reinforce defensive driving (Smith System) standards to maintain a zero-preventable-accident workplace.
• Driver Coaching & Support: Act as the first line of operational support for delivery drivers, resolving real-time route challenges and fostering a collaborative team culture.
• Order & Inventory Tracking: Process order tickets, manage asset tracking (cylinder tracking), and handle special delivery requests within our system.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with warehouse, production, and leadership teams to streamline order fulfillment and maximize delivery efficiency.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent preferred, with two to three years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–2 years in a related field, specifically including dispatch operations and direct supervisory/leadership roles.
• Ability to read and interpret critical documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Preferred qualifications

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.
• At least two years of experience working in a distribution logistics environment.
• Familiarity with FMCSA/DOT rules and regulations.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and SAP preferred.

Pay

Compensation Range: $75K to $80K/annually + Bonus Potential!

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
• Parental leave (14-week paid child birth benefit)
• Vacation, sick time, floating holidays
• Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
• Paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / tuition reimbursement
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children
• Benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine eligibility for some or all benefits and any special terms or conditions.

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.

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.