Assistant Plant Operations Manager

10 hours ago


Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States Airgas Full time
Job Summary

The Assistant Plant Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day activities of multiple segments within the industrial, specialty, and medical distribution and gas filling operations of a plant. This position assists in managing all gas cylinder processing, ultrasonic testing, and compliance with various regulatory bodies, including the FDA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and SAFECORE.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of two or more associates involved in plant operations, quality assurance, and logistics.
  • Collaborate with Plant Supervisors to ensure seamless day-to-day operations and promote a strong safety and compliance culture.
  • Assign tasks to workers based on customer needs, current stock levels, and worker expertise.
  • Monitor production schedules, estimate worker-hour requirements, and maintain accurate time and production records.
  • Enforce safety regulations, implement measures to improve production methods, and analyze work problems to resolve or assist workers in solving.
  • Recommend or initiate associate actions, such as new hires, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary measures.
  • Train new workers and cross-train employees to ensure continuity during personnel shortages.
  • Provide support to the Plant Manager in planning and managing capital investments and coordinating inventory levels of supplies and equipment.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing or distribution environment, preferably with technical experience in compressed gases, gas analysis, and gas lab equipment.
  • Prior experience with SAP is a plus.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Google suite applications and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage metrics to improve production efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic math operations and ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
  • Self-starter, self-motivated, well-organized, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to complete compliance documentation accurately.
  • Dedicated to product quality and customer satisfaction.
About Airgas

Airgas is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the differences of its employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures worldwide. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and strive to create an engaging environment that fosters innovation and success.

Airgas is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment.



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