Assistant Plant Manager

Airgas•Charlestown, NH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager in Charlestown, NH. This role is crucial for coordinating and supporting the daily operations and workflow across multiple segments of industrial, specialty, and medical distribution and gas filling operations. The Assistant Plant Manager will assist with guiding and overseeing all gas cylinder processing, ultrasonic testing, and ensuring collective commitment to safety and standards in compliance with FDA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, SAFECORE, and other business-related activities. Airgas is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing diversity, and fostering a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation. Associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative, and make decisions, playing an important role in the team's success by ensuring products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience working in a leadership role within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Intermediate knowledge of Google suite applications and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
Strong 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 between self and others through clear speaking and writing, encouragement of open expression of ideas, and effective listening.
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.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-starter; self-motivated; well organized; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Detail oriented with the ability to complete handwritten compliance documentation neatly and accurately.
Demonstrated dedication to product quality and customer satisfaction.
Candidate must have a 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.

Nice To Haves

Prior technical experience with compressed gases, gas analysis and gas lab equipment.
Prior experience utilizing SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads and mentors two or more associates involved in activities related to the plant, quality assurance lab, and/or drivers.
Coordinates and partners with other Plant Supervisors to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and a cohesive workflow.
Promotes a strong safety and standards culture, proactively addressing unsafe acts or conditions to ensure a secure environment for all.
Distributes tasks to the team based on customers’ needs, current stock levels, and the unique expertise each individual brings.
Reviews production schedules and coordinates requirements for the successful completion of team assignments.
Maintains meaningful time and production records.
Communicates company policies to the team and upholds safety regulations to keep everyone protected.
Implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality; fosters a working environment that increases the effectiveness of the team.
Initiates or suggests plans to inspire and engage the team to achieve shared goals.
Analyzes and collaborates on solutions for work-related challenges or supports the team in navigating obstacles.
Partners on team-building actions, such as welcoming new hires, celebrating promotions, coordinating transfers, and supporting performance development and growth plans.
Trains new team members and encourages cross-training to ensure continuity and support during team transitions.
Provides assistance to the Plant Manager with regard to planning and overseeing capital investments.
Coordinates the proper inventory levels of supplies and equipment to ensure the team has the resources they need.
Additional duties and projects as may be assigned to support the team’s success.