Plant Manager

Overview

Plant Manager (Open) — Dayton, OH (AMG) – ASU

The primary function of this job is to operate medium-sized Airgas facilities safely and reliably by complying with regulatory requirements, developing and leading personnel, managing costs effectively, and developing personal skills and competencies.

• Operate the facility in compliance with all local and federal regulations (FDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, cGMP) and company policies.
• Lead safety initiatives, maintain training matrices and Airgas University training, and uphold site safety for employees, contractors, visitors, and neighbors.
• Maintain and manage Key Operating Documents, ensure red-lines are updated, and understand the content and significance of each document.
• Make plant and process decisions, perform process troubleshooting, and delegate authority to trained team members.
• Foster positive relationships with customers and intercompany departments; deliver required product quality and quantity.
• Execute predictive and preventive maintenance to ensure long-term reliability and safety; develop annual maintenance plans and turn-around planning as needed.
• Collaborate to maintain high housekeeping standards to support the company image.
• Operate in compliance with all applicable regulations and licenses, provide regulatory training, maintain documentation, and investigate incidents with corrective actions.
• Maintain hazard analyses, understand hazards and safeguards, and adhere to Management of Change procedures.
• Ensure performance evaluations, hiring, promotions, and assignments are free of discrimination in line with EEOC guidelines.
• Support safety culture, model exemplary safety behavior, and implement the Qualification and Training program for Production Technicians.
• Conduct annual performance reviews, develop individual development plans, and provide training and coaching to improve performance.
• Support management decisions and comply with administrative and operational policies and procedures.
• Monitor operating costs within approved budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs within delegated authority.
• Participate in Capital Planning and Yearly Expense Budgeting; manage overtime within established limits; improve efficiency and availability; utilize national purchasing and frame agreements.

• Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree preferred; equivalent combinations are acceptable.
• Minimum 6 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a process industry.
• Technical understanding of Air Separation or Carbon Dioxide liquefaction plant processes or relevant process industry experience.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants (Process Safety Management, OSHA, EPA, EEOC guidelines, FDA where applicable, state/local requirements).
• Strong computer and business application skills; ability to troubleshoot plant machinery, including valves and rotating equipment.
• Ability to deliver and explain training material to operating personnel; highly organized with strong time management and plant filing systems.
• Ability to read and red-line key operating documents; working knowledge of commercial agreements and Airgas customer relations.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills; general understanding of accounting and plant operating budgets.
• Must have reliable transportation; valid U.S. work authorization; this position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

• Chemical industry experience is preferred.

Ability to work extended hours as business needs dictate; minimal travel required (typically 1 to 6 trips per year).

Visitation to various Airgas and customer sites with varying environments, layouts, and accessibility.

Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans; short- and long-term disability; life and AD&D; EAP; pre-tax commuter benefit; parental leave; vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty, and paid holidays for eligible full-time employees; 401(k) with company match; tuition reimbursement; dependent college tuition discounts; and Airgas Scholarship Program. Associates in collective bargaining units should review their negotiated terms for eligibility.

Airgas is 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 other protected characteristics. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company, is an equal opportunity employer and Government contractor subject to applicable laws. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the employment process, contact us via the accommodation request channel.

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