Manager - Plant Operations

R10082449 Manager - Plant Operations (Open)

Location:
South Plainfield, NJ (Plant) - Filling industrial

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Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Operations Manager in South Plainfield, NJ!

We are looking for you !

• Pay: $111,500.00 - $127,500.00
  
• 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 up to 14-week paid child birth benefits 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

Recruiter: Carolyn Harris | View email address on click.appcast.io

The Plant Operations Manager supports and coordinates with the team contributing to the production and repackaging of compressed and liquid gases cylinders, addressing and resolving unsafe acts or conditions promptly and thoughtfully, and collaborating on task distribution according to customer needs, current stock levels, and the unique strengths of our team.

The Plant Operations Manager is guiding and supporting the activities of team members contributing to the producing and repackaging of compressed and liquid gases cylinders, addressing unsafe acts or conditions promptly, and collaborating on job tasks with team members according to customer needs, current stock levels and the unique strengths of our team.

Responsibilities

• Operates and safely maintains the plant for pumping or repackaging of gases into cylinders while supporting the achievement of compliance with all federal, state, local and company policies, procedures, regulations and laws.
  
• Maintains a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.
  
• Studies production schedules and plans team capacity for completion of job assignments.
  
• Collaborates on and/or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
  
• Introduces and champions measures to advance production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
  
• Refines working conditions and use of equipment to support the efficiency of the team.
  
• Supports the achievement of safety rules, consistently prioritizing safety training and seeing that it is regularly scheduled, conducted and documented.
  
• Shares company policies with the team and promotes safety regulations to protect our people.
  
• Supports the achievement of proper investigation and reporting for all injuries and accidents within 24 hours.
  
• Nurtures alignment and collaborates with team members in solving work-related problems.
  
• Recommends and/or initiates career journey adjustments, such as promotions, transfers, and performance harmony measures.
  
• Supports the achievement of effective handling for associate issues, grievances, etc.
  
• Supports and partners with supervisors to provide guidance and leadership.
  
• Initiates and/or suggests plans to inspire the team to contribute to our shared journey.
  
• Provides coaching and supportive feedback promptly, to ensure that individuals needing additional support are identified, documented, and empowered to reach acceptable performance, or guided toward new opportunities.
  
• Supports new team members and cross-trains associates to continue production during personnel shortages.
  
• Maintains time and production records and approves overtime when essential, while keeping overtime at sustainable levels.
  
• Additional duties and projects as may be assigned.
  
• Employee may frequently be required to move through manufacturing and/or office locations.
  
• Employee will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information.
  
• Employee will be required to observe and assess information received via computer.
  
• Requires use of computer, telephone and operation of a fork-lift.
  
• Occasionally may be required to move up to 60 pounds or more with the aid of material handling equipment.
  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving office/production machine parts.
  
• Minimal travel required.
  
• Work space is one that contains moving mechanical parts and risk of electric shock.
  
• Requires both indoor & outdoor environments in various seasonal weather conditions.
  
• Work environment may contain loud noises and odors that may last for long periods of time or on a continual basis.
  

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
  
• A total of five (5) years of industry experience to include a minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience working in a supervisory/leadership role
  
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
  
• Strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of how to leverage metrics and related tools to improve production efficiency and effectiveness
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
• Communication skills that ensure a smooth flow of information between self and others through clear speaking and writing, encouragement of open expression of ideas, and effective listening
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with others in both favorable and unfavorable situations regardless of status of position
  
• Accepts cultural diversity and establishes effective working relationships
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
  
• Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
• Self-starter; self-motivated; well organized; ability to work independently
  
• Detail oriented with the ability to complete handwritten compliance documentation neatly and accurately
  
• Demonstrated dedication to product quality and customer satisfaction
  
• Able to operate a fork-lift
  
• Employee may be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time
  
• Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 100 degrees
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with compressed/packaged gases
  

Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

Benefits

We 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 PERFORMANCE

At 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 Airgas

Airgas, 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 Information

We 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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