Branch Operations Manager

Helget Gas Products • Bridgeton, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Helget Gas Products is looking for a hands-on Operations Manager to lead route drivers, installation/service technicians, and warehouse technicians. In this role, you'll be the steady, visible leader who keeps daily operations running smoothly while making sure our team stays compliant with the laws and regulations that govern our industry - including DOT, FDA, EPA, OSHA, Fire Marshal, and State Board of Pharmacy requirements.
If you're an organized, people-focused leader who thrives on solving problems and keeping a team moving forward, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: this is not an entry-level or developmental management role. We're glad to teach the right candidate our industry and business - but we're looking for someone who already brings proven leadership and management skills, including experience holding people accountable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred (relevant management experience will be considered in lieu of a degree)
• 2+ years of management experience, preferably managing drivers
• Hands-on, front-line management experience, including a track record of holding direct reports accountable
• Experience managing 5+ direct reports
• FDA and DOT experience required
• Medical industry experience ideal but not required
• Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and develop staff, with ongoing coaching, counseling, and performance evaluations
• Plan and lead weekly training meetings for drivers, warehouse staff, and team leads
• Inventory drivers' trucks in and out each day
• Manage and oversee daily workflow across the branch
• Perform warehouse inventory counts and reconciliation
• Collaborate with the Branch Manager and corporate team leads to help achieve company goals
• Validate quality control and ensure compliance with FDA regulations and procedures
• Operate within Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
• Identify and drive improvements to operational processes
• Oversee all branch operations - fills, compliance, repairs, deliveries, and maintenance
• Ensure drivers complete daily logs and paperwork (fill logs, plant logs, delivery logs, tickets, etc.)
• Follow up on preventive maintenance (PMs) and equipment repairs to ensure timely completion
• Spot opportunities for cost savings and process improvement
• Maintain cash and check logs, following proper procedures for handling monies
• Maintain material supply levels according to Helget's established par levels
• Partner with warehouse and corporate teams to keep everyone aligned on company goals
• Take on other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and time off
• Employee referral bonus programs
• Relaxed dress code
• Company mobile phone (role-specific)
• Uniform shirts, hats, and PPE (role-specific)
• Steel-toe boot reimbursement (role-specific)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level