Associate Director of Operations

Associate Director of OperationsLinde Inc.Pittsburg, CA, United StatesThis position has responsibility for directing planning and leading operations in the areas of production, distribution and maintenance to ensure the required business objectives and strategies for the West region of USIG are met in a safe and environmentally compliant manner. You will have accountability for the day-to-day operations of the Pittsburg California area (Pittsburg, CA and Benicia, CA production, and distribution operations). This position works closely with and reports to the West Region Director of Operations.Direct a group of employees and/or consultants to flawlessly execute operational requirements, change and/or process improvements. Create and manage complex operational plans that result in the accomplishment of business objectives. Direct and lead complex or unusual assignments across functional areas. Act as primary interface, coordinating and facilitating activities and commitments with other departments, businesses, and/or functions. Ensure response strategies are appropriately formulated, and communication plans are provided. Establish goals, promote decision-making, delegate as appropriate, and overcome obstacles. Further, you will take a leadership role in creation and oversight of productivity optimization. Work with strategic independence, conferring with Senior and Executive Management on more complex or unusual assignments. Monitor external/internal trends, develop procedures, make judgments, and take organization-wide actions that set precedents. Focus on planning and execution for the current year. You will also staff, train, coach, and administer performance reviews, salary increases, and corrective action of subordinate employees. Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures, lead operational discipline throughout the Linde employee organizations, and work closely with the SH&E organization in achieving established goals. Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and Linde policies regarding environmental, permitting, and product quality requirements. Develop, implement, and support Lean Six Sigma and Cost Reduction projects. Manage and achieve plant and product supply reliability goals. And you will manage and achieve plant fixed and variable cost goals, develop monthly business reports covering financial performance, and create action plans to address deficiencies. Work across all levels of Linde organizations to achieve desired results in a cohesive and effective management team.You have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. More than six (6+) years of Operations experience. You have more than three (3+) years of Plant Management experience. Must be a self-starter with the ability to drive execution of projects and strategic and tactical initiatives. Must possess proven leadership, team building, and decision-making skills. Moreover, must be reliability and efficiency focused and possess strong planning and execution skills. You are also expected to possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate and lead a diverse workforce to achieve desired results.Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day! Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $125,475 - $184,030.