Area Operations Manager

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

We are looking for you !

Recruiter: Tammie Stacye/tammie.stacye@airgas.com/(417) 818-3788

This role encompasses the direction and oversight of the manufacture and distribution of packaged and bulk gases within the assigned area. Key responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, safety, compliance, capital expenditures, and Operations budgeting.

A significant part of the role involves regularly visiting plant facilities to conduct audits and support continuous improvement in industry and procedural knowledge and efficiency. Furthermore, this position is responsible for providing support and training to Airgas plant facilities on Standard Operating Procedures, Intranet tools, Dock Stock, CU processes, and essential computer software applications used in daily plant operations.

• Manage all operations personnel, including managers of plant facilities and distribution, through effective hiring, training, motivation, performance management, and issue resolution to meet or exceed assigned targets.

• Plan production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing.

• Review production orders and schedules to gather necessary product data (types, quantities, specifications, delivery dates) to plan efficient, cost-effective operations that meet customer needs and satisfaction goals.

• Track and analyze operations metrics for each plant to set performance goals and measure results against established standards.

• Oversee and assist with the monthly cylinder inventory process.

• Work with Plant Managers and Distribution Managers to develop or revise standard operational and working practices, observing workers to ensure compliance.

• Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems promptly to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.

• Work with the region safety officer to coordinate procedures required for compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA, and state regulations.

• Collaborate with the sales department to swiftly resolve customer issues.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years experience in the bulk/gas industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience in a production environment in a chemical, gas or related industry is required.

• Ability to travel 50% of the time is required.

• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

• Applicable knowledge of federal/state regulations and compliance such as OSHA, FDA, DOT, EPA is required.

• Gases, related hardgoods, truck and trailer loading limits, cylinder markings, test dates, pressure ratings, placarding, and hazardous material classifications is required.

• Accident reporting, safety, and compliance is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in engineering, chemistry or related field is preferred

• DOT driver qualifications and record keeping is preferred.

• Vehicle purchasing and maintenance requirements is preferred.

• Understanding of the Airgas Gulf Coast Region's Standard Operating Procedures Manual (SOP's), Human Resources Manual, Safety Management System, and CU Reference Manual is preferred.

• Prior SAP and Power BI experience is preferred

• Prior forklift experience is preferred.

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

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

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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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