Production Manager

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At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We are looking for you !

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Recruiter: Tammie Stacye/tammie.stacye@airgas.com/(417) 818-3788

The Production Manager supervises cylinder fill plant operations to ensure the safe and efficient production of gaseous products. This position provides leadership to the plant production team, which covers the filling of industrial-grade, research-grade, specialty mixes up to primary grade, medical devices, diving gasses, breathing air, and other blends.

• Coordinate cylinder requirements with region branches

• Trains and develops assigned personnel. Responsible for conducting timely and quality performance appraisals of assigned personnel with the Plant Manager. Recommends disciplinary action up to and including termination of plant personnel.

• Delegates or directly directs and coordinates plant activities to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations and maximize production.

• Develops plant goals and works with and through subordinate associates to achieve results. Works with the Plant Manager to achieve goals.

• Follows and maintains all FDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT requirements and regulations.

• Maintain all required computer and hand-generated paperwork

• Reports any equipment or facility defects to management.

• Reviews technical publications, articles, and abstracts to stay abreast of technological developments in the industry.

• Responsible for the safety and safety practices of assigned personnel.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Two years of prior demonstrated management or leadership experience.

• 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.

• Strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of leveraging metrics and related tools to improve production efficiency and effectiveness.

• Demonstrated planning, interpersonal, leadership skills.

• Knowledge of safety programs, OSHA, EPA, DOT and FDA and all related regulations and procedures.

• Must be able to read and comprehend all written documentation and instructions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Minimumof five (5) years of experience in sales and/or distribution of gases and welding supplies or similar industrial products .

• At least one year of filling compressed gas cylinders experience.

• Prior experience with SAP, Power BI and Planning Production Module computer programs.

• At least one year of forklift experience.

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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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.

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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.

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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 us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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