Plant Manager II

Airgas•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Manager in Oklahoma City, OK! The Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of all plant operations, including but not limited to the safe, collaborative, and compliant leadership of associate activities in producing and repackaging of compressed and liquid gases into cylinders, and coordinating and aligning job tasks with associates in accordance with customer orders and fulfillment requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and three to five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years of supervisory experience is required.
3 plus years experience in related fields.
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.
Valid Driver’s License is required
Ability to become forklift certified is required.
Good computer skills are required.
Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets and all other written communications is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior Operational and Production experience
Prior SAP and Power BI experience
Prior forklift experience

Responsibilities

Operate and safely maintain the plant for pumping or repackaging of gases into cylinders while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local and company policies, procedures, regulations and laws.
Safely leads, operates and maintains the plant for pumping or repackaging of gases into cylinders while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local and company policies, procedures, regulations and laws. Maintains a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.
Analyses production schedules and determines associate-hour requirements for completion of job assignments. Establishes and/or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure sustainable resource management and prevent operational delays.
Implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality. Modifies working conditions and use of equipment to optimize the workflow and support associate well-being.
Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Ensures all safety rules are consistently championed and safety training is regularly scheduled, conducted and documented. Interpret company policies to workers and foster alignment with safety regulations.
Ensures all injuries and accidents are properly investigated and reported within 24 hours.
Analyzes, resolves, and assists associates in solving work related issues or roadblocks.
Partners with HRBP to collaborate on associate actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures. Ensures associate issues, grievances, etc. are effectively handled to optimize associate engagement.
Leads subordinate supervisors to provide support and development to ensure all associates are achieving established goals. Provides coaching and corrective action promptly, to ensure that opportunities for growth are identified and supported, documented and corrective measures are put in place.
Train new associates and provide cross training to continue production during times of team-capacity variations.
Maintains time and production records and approves overtime when essential, while ensuring overtime is managed appropriately.
Accurately completes and submits paperwork (e.g., shippers, cylinder audits, month-end reports, etc.) in a timely manner.
Utilize plant dashboards and financial reports to drive improvements in operational efficiencies and costs.
Additional duties and projects as assigned.