AG-Operations Manager

Airgas•San Diego, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager directs and controls the manufacture and distribution of packaged and bulk gases in a production environment. The role oversees the Operations team’s safety, quality, service, and cost control, and coordinates plant safety, maintenance, compliance, staffing, training, associate performance, capital expenditures, and operating budgets. The position calls for a motivated, self-directed individual with strong organizational skills and a strong work ethic. The manager leads operations personnel in accordance with company policies, including hiring, training, motivating, planning and directing work, managing performance, and resolving associate issues. The manager plans efficient, cost-effective operations that meet customer needs; maintains adequate cylinder supply; monitors production data; resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues; and develops and implements standard operating practices. The role also promotes safety through training, daily meetings, incident reporting and investigation, and correction of unsafe practices or conditions. It coordinates regulatory compliance with the regional safety officer and applicable agencies.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least 5 years of experience in an industrial gas or packaged gas plant environment, petrochemical, or related industries in operations, engineering, or related activities.
At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Customer-service orientation and ability to interact professionally with the public.
Ability to work flexible hours to meet customer needs and management expectations.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write routine business reports and correspondence, present information effectively, and respond to questions from associates, managers, customers, and the public.
Good math skills, including calculating figures and amounts such as discounts and percentages, and accurately handling cash transactions.
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
Pre-employment and random drug testing applies.
Conceptual understanding of industrial gas products, production, distribution applications, and equipment.
Significant training in safety and compliance, including OSHA, DOT, EPA, and FDA.
Compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory procedures, including CGMP, DOT, OSHA, and FDA.
Extensive coordination experience in a multi-team environment.
Ability to use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Six Sigma and lean manufacturing practices.
Proficiency with SAP software.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and control the manufacture and distribution of packaged and bulk gases.
Lead the Operations team’s safety, quality, service, and cost control.
Manage operations personnel, including hiring, training, motivating, assigning and directing work, managing performance, and resolving associate issues.
Develop capital expenditure budgets and coordinate approved capital expenditures.
Coordinate procedures for compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA, state and local regulations, and union agreements, working with the regional safety officer.
Create, implement, and revise standard operational practices as needed.
Ensure adequate cylinder supply to meet customer needs.
Review production orders and schedules and plan efficient, cost-effective operations that meet customer needs and satisfaction.
Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to minimize costs and delays.
Compile, store, and analyze production data and make adjustments to meet customer needs and retain customers.
Suggest or initiate plans to motivate workers and recommend or initiate personnel actions.
Ensure safety rules are observed and safety training is scheduled, conducted, and documented; correct unsafe practices or conditions promptly and promote employee and supervisor safety accountability.
Ensure accidents and injuries are reported within 24 hours and properly investigated.
Comply with Airgas safety rules and company policies.
Lead daily safety meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.