Plant Manager

About the role

The Plant Manager supports and resolves plant priorities within the plant on a day to day basis and is the main point of contact for the location. This position guides and supports all activities of our associates engaged in middle management roles, administrative, production, distribution, driving and repackaging compressed and liquid gases into cylinders. Ensures work procedures are met for production schedules, using knowledge of capacities of machines and equipment. Collaborates on the financial budget for the location, while ensuring the plant remains aligned with the annual budget goals set forth on a monthly basis.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates and maintains equipment for distribution, pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local and company policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Maintains hours within the established budget, fostering attendance aligned with Airgas policy and approving time off that is consistent and equitable for the team and department.
• Empowers and mentors all levels of associates in the plant including; positive motivation and performance growth, coaching, providing regular feedback, communication of shared goals, leading regular team meetings and calls.
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure seamless follow through of customer service goals and contributions.
• Trains new employees and cross-trains associates to continue production during personnel shortages.
• Supports associates at branches on scheduled delivery and automated branch replenishments of min/max cylinder requirements.
• Facilitates appropriate training to plant and branch personnel to ensure adequate and consistent production levels are meeting customer demands.

Requirements

• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in production planning, DOT, FDA, SMS, and cylinder maintenance.
• Experience and working knowledge of cylinder fill operations.
• Familiar with Hydro-testing procedures and record keeping if applicable for the plant.
• Must be able to perform the duties of each position within the operations facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred with a Business Degree recommended.
• Experience using SAP or similar software systems is recommended.
• Ability to read and comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.

Skills

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Training
• Customer service

Benefits

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: Up to 14-week paid child birth benefits.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

Pay

$110,000/yr - $135,000/yr

Schedule

N/A