Plant Manager

Airgas • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $140,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Manager in Los Angeles! 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. We are looking for you ! The Plant Manager at Airgas is responsible for the overall operational leadership and performance of a gas production facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing processes to meet production targets and customer demands. Plan, direct, and coordinate all efforts at the facility to achieve overall cost reduction, capacity increase, and customer satisfaction. The Plant Manager has ultimate responsibility for all operations within facility including safety, health, environmental, quality, production, analytical, distribution, material management, and maintenance performance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations. At least 3–5 years in a leadership or management role within a production plant, preferably in the industrial gas, chemical, or related heavy manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing principles, quality management systems (e.g., ISO), and preventative maintenance programs.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to safety with a proven track record of implementing and enforcing effective safety programs and achieving excellent safety performance. Knowledge of OSHA regulations is essential.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Experience with budget management, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and process control systems.
• Ability to travel occasionally as required for training, meetings, or other business needs.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from associates, groups of managers, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Nice To Haves

• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Prior experience utilizing SAP preferred or a related system a plus.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite applications.
• Strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of how to leverage metrics and related tools to improve production efficiency and effectiveness.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with others in both favorable and unfavorable situations regardless of status of position.

Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee all aspects of plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, inventory management, and logistics, to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity.
• Safety & Compliance: Implement and enforce robust safety programs and procedures, ensuring strict adherence to Airgas safety standards, OSHA regulations, and environmental compliance. Conduct regular safety audits and investigations.
• Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor a high-performing team of plant personnel. Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Production Planning & Execution: Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer orders and inventory targets. Monitor production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to optimize output.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all products meet Airgas quality specifications and industry standards. Implement and maintain quality control procedures and participate in root cause analysis for any quality deviations.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the plant's operational budget, controlling costs, optimizing resource allocation, and identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Maintenance & Reliability: Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance programs for all plant equipment and infrastructure to minimize downtime and ensure asset reliability.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion continuous improvement initiatives, utilizing lean manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodologies to enhance operational performance, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.
• Inventory Management: Manage raw material, in-process, and finished goods inventory levels to optimize working capital and ensure product availability.
• Regulatory Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all required operational, safety, and environmental data to internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
• Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

What This Job Offers

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