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R10098158 Area Operations Manager (Open)Location:Salt Lake City, UT - Filling industrialHow will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?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 an Area Operations Manager in Salt Lake City, UT!We are looking for you!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 employmentWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with extended hours as needed.Directs and controls activities of the production departments in the manufacturing of gases and repackaging of gasses. Has an in-depth understanding of the following areas: compliance with Federal/State regulations, truck and trailer loading limits, cylinder markings, test dates, pressure ratings, ICC markings, placarding, hazardous material classifications, specialty gases, accident reporting, safety, and compliance. This position is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the specialty gas lab, fill plant operation and distribution departments. Administers supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include but are not limited to training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Previous operational management experience in industrial gas plants.Gives direction to Plant Manager, Distribution Manager and Lab Manager as needed.Plans production operations, establishes priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.Resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.Working knowledge of applicable machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.Works with Plant Manager and Distribution Manager to develop or revise standard operational and working practices. Observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.Overseas and assists with monthly cylinder inventory.Works with the sales department to resolve customer issues.Works closely with Human Resources to resolve personnel issues.Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data.Vendor certification and compliance for working onsite.Regulator compliance with State and Federal regulations. (Hazmat, DOT, FDA ect.)Manages managers of plant facilities, including distribution managers.Other duties may be assigned as dictated by the needs of the business.________________________Are you a MATCH?Required Qualifications:High school diploma or GED required10+ years experience in the bulk/gas industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience in a production environment in a chemical, gas or related industry.FDA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and Hazardous Materials experience.Must conduct audits and provide training on the Standard Operating Procedures, including compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA and state regulations.Must communicate monthly with the Vice President and Region President regarding progress, issues and process improvement suggestions.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.Ability to effectively delegate and direct the work of the spec. gas, operations, fill plant operations and distribution department.Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals,Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.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.Must possess a valid driver’s license.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Must be a self-starter, have a sense of urgency, be personable, well organized, have the ability to achieve goals and the ability to focus on details.Team player with a positive attitude.Willing to improve skills by attending classes and/or operational compliance training on your own time.MUST be willing to TRAVEL up to 20% of the time with overnight stays as needed.Must have reliable transportation to travel to customer sites.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university in engineering, chemistry or related field preferred________________________BenefitsWe care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, 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.Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility._________________________Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCEAt Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world._________________________About AirgasAirgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose._________________________Equal Employment Opportunity InformationWe are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com._________________________California Privacy Notice #J-18808-Ljbffr