Plant Manager

American Welding and Gas•Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

American Welding and Gas, Inc. (AWG) is hiring a Plant Manager based in Huntsville, Alabama. The role oversees production, safety, operational efficiency, and profitability at the Huntsville facility and an additional facility in the western Atlanta area. The Plant Manager leads direct reports and assists the Regional Operations Manager with plant assets, expense control, workforce planning, and operational performance. The position manages day-to-day plant operations, including production planning, routing, quality compliance, facility upkeep, workflow, equipment utilization, and coordination with production and delivery schedules. It leads and develops plant employees and supervisors, supports customer service through communication and coordination, identifies process improvements, manages inventory and expenses, and ensures compliance with applicable regulations and company policies. AWG is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial gases and a provider of welding supplies. It is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, and describes itself as a family- and teammate-owned company with more than 800 employees, over 100 retail locations, and 22 fill plants. AWG offers competitive pay and benefits and describes its culture as family-like, with ongoing growth opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience.
Five or more years of increasing leadership or supervisory experience.
Ability to work effectively under deadlines with little supervision.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Conflict-resolution skills.
Knowledge of inventory management.
Goal-oriented and self-motivated.
Computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Industrial or specialty gases production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee production, safety, operational efficiency, and profitability at the Huntsville facility and an additional facility in the western Atlanta area.
Manage day-to-day operations, including production planning, routing, quality compliance, and facility upkeep.
Coordinate plant workflow, equipment utilization, and operational activities to support production and delivery schedules.
Hire, orient, train, supervise, evaluate, motivate, communicate with, lead, and coach plant employees and supervisors in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Foster accountability, safety, and continuous improvement through coaching, employee development, and performance management.
Plan, direct, and schedule employee work to optimize labor utilization and align staffing with operational demands.
Maintain working relationships with branch managers, sales managers, drivers, and customer service teams to support operational alignment and customer satisfaction.
Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance productivity, efficiency, and performance, reduce waste, and improve workflow.
Maintain inventory control and direct inventory counts; monitor inventory levels, asset utilization, and material usage to support efficiency and cash flow.
Develop and maintain a strong safety culture and enforce compliance with State and Federal regulations, including DOT, OSHA, FDA, and company policies and procedures.
Promote hazard identification, incident prevention, and adherence to safety and operational standards.
Monitor operational expenses and keep the facility within approved budget guidelines; identify opportunities for cost management and efficiency.
Communicate regularly with the Regional Operations Manager about plant performance, operational challenges, asset management, and expense control.
Perform other tasks assigned to support organizational goals.