Plant Manager

About the role

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all plant operations, including the safe and compliant management of associate activities in the production and repackaging of compressed and liquid gases into cylinders. Key responsibilities include operating and maintaining plant machinery, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and managing production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate and safely maintain plant machinery for gas pumping and repackaging.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Maintain a clean and orderly plant environment.
• Analyze production schedules and adjust work procedures to meet production needs.
• Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues to prevent delays.
• Implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Optimize workflows and support associate well-being.
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Foster a culture of safety by enforcing safety rules and conducting regular training.
• Investigate and report all injuries and accidents within 24 hours.
• Assist associates in resolving work-related issues and roadblocks.
• Collaborate with HRBP on associate actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Handle associate issues and grievances to enhance engagement.
• Support and develop subordinate supervisors to achieve goals.
• Provide coaching and corrective action to promote growth.
• Train new associates and provide cross-training.
• Manage time and production records accurately and submit paperwork on time.
• Analyze and utilize plant dashboards and financial reports to drive operational improvements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years of related experience and/or training.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Valid employment authorization in the U.S. and ability to work without visa sponsorship.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets and other written communications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of related experience.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Valid employment authorization in the U.S. and ability to work without visa sponsorship.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexible and open to new ideas.
• Good people skills.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Prior SAP experience preferred.

Benefits

Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and 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. Additionally, eligible employees can participate in a 401(k) plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Pay

Details on pay structure are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with extended hours as needed.