Plant Manager

Plant Manager (Open) – R

Location:

Shinnston, WV – Filling industrial

• Operate and safely maintain the plant for pumping or repackaging of gases into cylinders while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, local, and company policies, procedures, regulations and laws.
• Lead and maintain a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.
• Analyze production schedules and determine associate‑hour requirements for completion of job assignments; establish and adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Review production and operating reports, resolving operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure sustainable resource management and prevent operational delays.
• Implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality; modify working conditions and equipment use to optimize workflow and support associate well‑being.
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Ensure all safety rules are consistently championed and safety training is regularly scheduled, conducted and documented.
• Investigate and report all injuries and accidents within 24 hours.
• Analyze, resolve, and assist associates in solving work‑related issues or roadblocks.
• Partner with HRBP to collaborate on associate actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Lead subordinate supervisors to support associate development and goal achievement; provide coaching and corrective action promptly.
• Train new associates and provide cross‑training to sustain production during team‑capacity variations.
• Maintain time and production records and approve overtime when essential, ensuring overtime is managed appropriately.
• Accurately complete and submit paperwork (e.g., shippers, cylinder audits, month‑end reports) in a timely manner.
• Utilize plant dashboards and financial reports to drive improvements in operational efficiencies and costs.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent and three to five years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Valid U.S. employment authorization and no visa sponsorship required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets and all other written communications.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexible and open to new ideas.
• Good people skills.
• Prior forklift experience.
• Prior SAP experience.

• Comprehensive family benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and disability insurance.
• 14‑week paid child‑birth benefit.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Benefits begin after 30 days of employment.
• Work schedule Monday‑Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm with extended hours as needed.

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.