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Job Summary:

Lead and manage daily Transportation Operations for assigned location(s) by providing properly trained and prepared driver and equipment resources to ensure continuous product supply to Messer NA customers. Typical location will make and deliver multiple product lines. Lead cross-functional support teams on continuous improvement projects and initiatives. Significant involvement with all Logistics action plans to support the Regional Supply network.

Why Messer?  

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on. 

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role. 

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care. 

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter. 

Principal Responsibilities: 

• Exercise visible leadership with respect to local implementation of global/national/regional safety programs and initiatives.
• Champion and manage the SHEQ Activity, i.e., Safety meetings, Safety Talks, IMSS/IMS, and Site Quality Plan.
• Lead incident/injury investigations; seek out and address the root cause of accidents, near misses, and potential incidents (good catches). Work closely with SHEQ.
• Recruit and select properly qualified drivers and oversee training to ensure resources are available to meet daily schedule requirements.
• Drive a continuous improvement focus on all aspects of the location management, process and people.
• Provide timely and pertinent feedback to NOC teams to improve daily Transportation operations.
• Implement and support national transport process changes and initiatives.
• Manage and motivate excellent performance and organization of office staff and drivers to support business targets (bid management, vacation coverage, etc.)
• Counsel, coach and discipline employees as necessary regarding performance-related issues.
• Address employee and labor relations issues in collaboration with management and HR; build a successful relationship with the Union Business Agent as applicable.
• Manage the daily hours of service for drivers and ensure compliance with Messer and legal/regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement Productivity Improvement Projects to improve upon Key Productivity Indicators; model High-Performance Organization principles
• Manage maintenance programs for vehicles, equipment and customer stations (planning, inventory management)
• Monitor and manage costs at a local level to maintain a cost-effective Transportation operation.
• Lead Location Administration - purchase cards, budgeting, customer billing, driver payroll, onboard recording systems
• Manage Transportation-related SAP processes
• Encourage and demonstrate cross-functional collaboration
• Lead process to ensure after-hours coverage for the location to meet customer demands
• Assist in the coordination of response to support the demands of major plant and on-site locations during outages
• Six Sigma certification with an emphasis on cross-functional and Transport specific improvement projects
• Provide mentoring support for newer or less experienced Transport Managers in their respective region
• Lead project implementation initiatives for new technology including on-site training and support

Qualifications: 

Required

• Bachelor's degree or in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, HSD with 7 years of experience in a supervisory role is required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a supervisory role

Preferred

• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and Hazmat regulations.
• Knowledge of National Labor Relations Board regulations (preferred) 
• Familiar with PM based maintenance programs
• A strong degree of computer literacy
• Familiarity with Messer Distribution systems a plus (Gold, PeopleNet, SAP)
• Good Communication Skills- must be able to effectively communicate with office staff, drivers, and senior management
• Must have strong coaching skills 

About Messer:  
 
Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.  

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different. 

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.  

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