Regional Service Manager - North

Airgas•Chicago, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Regional Operation Manager in North Region, US. We are looking for you! Monday - Friday Perform shop-related safety training at branches Supports Director of Service and Branch with BEST practices 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 Under the direction of the Regional Operations Manager, and in conjunction with the operational directives set by the Vice President of Operations, the incumbent contributes to the overall profitability of the company by maintaining a high standard of efficiency and effectiveness in the service and maintenance of fleet resources.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must Have Valid Driver License

Nice To Haves

Ideally, you bring five or more years of related working experience.
Bachelor Degree in related field or Post-secondary education equivalent to one year of Business Management
Work experience in the welding industry can be a substitute for post-secondary education.
Computer experience or basic knowledge of SAP.
Must have or be working towards training certificates by OEM equipment providers. (Miller,Lincoln,Hypertherm,MQ,etc)

Responsibilities

Maintains a safe working environment by following Airgas/Red-D-Arc’s health and safety guidelines.
Assists Director of Service in establishing, publishing and performing training of preventative maintenance procedures for equipment.
Assists Director of Service in establishing, publishing and performing training of cost effective repair and service procedures.
Assists Director of Service in establishing, publishing and performing training of safe and efficient shipping and receiving procedures for all equipment.
Works with Safety Managers to perform shop-related safety training at branches.
Works with Branch Managers in our branches to establish new “best practices” in our shops and ensure they are shared with the Director of Service and other RSMs so that they can be implemented company wide.
Works closely with Regional Parts Coordinator to research parts and maintain accurate parts inventories.
Performs an audit of the service and repair state at each branch at least once a year within the area of responsibility.
Performs on-boarding training for all new technicians within the area of responsibility.
Provides advanced technical support for branches and customers.
Coordinates specialized technical support from manufacturers.
Ensures all service and maintenance records are input appropriately and accurately in company ERP system
Oversees and works with the director of fleet in the decision making process for the scrapping of all equipment and coordinates their disposal or use for parts.
Works with R&D Manager on new product development.
Participates in the startup or relocation of branches with regards to layout and tooling.
Monitors exception reporting to find and fix service and maintenance problems within the branches.
Complies with all SOX requirements.
Complies with all governmental regulatory requirements.
Implements all operational directives.
Performs other related duties as required