Plant Manager

The plant manager leads the team to provide safe, reliable, quality, cost effective products to the customers. This role is designed for a strong technical operational leader that can manage ASU production personnel, maintenance, customers and community leaders while achieving the zone targets.

Job Respondsibilities:

Operates the facility in compliance with all governmental regulations and Air Liquide policies

Works to achieve "Zero Accidents" by taking a strong leadership role in safety

Meets or exceeds company safety standards; maintains Life Critical system

Keeps hazard analysis current; has knowledge of possible hazards and safeguards

Strictly adheres to Management of Change procedure

Maintains all necessary licenses/permits; meets 100% environmental compliance

Reports and investigates all incidents; ensures corrective actions are completed and drives continuous improvement

Actively participates in start ups and is able to act as a qualified operator when needed

Develops, implements, and improves standard operating procedures in operations and maintenance

Leads by example and Effectively Communicates to Plant Personnel and Support Groups

Works effectively with maintenance personnel to execute/improve predictive and preventive maintenance programs

Consistently achieves availability and reliability targets for the plant

Identifies and drives efficiency improvements in operational and organizational systems

Maintains high housekeeping standards to exemplify/improve company image

Tracks key performance indicators; takes corrective action as needed

Owns and maintains accurate key operating documents

Identifies and implements opportunities to reduce costs within delegated authorization

Develops and manages plant budgets to meet financial targets for the business and plant

Ensures that performance evaluations, hiring, and promotions are performed and free of discrimination

Insists on adherence to administrative and operational policies and procedures

Provides training and coaching for individual development

Verifies that all operations personnel have completed their annual training plan

Team player that can effectively work within the Air Liquide organization

Fosters positive customer relationships; proactive in resolving customer concerns

Assists Commercial Managers as needed

Job Requirements:

Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree required OR equivalent related operations experience required in lieu of a degree, AND 5+ years technical knowledge and/or applicable work experience & understanding of plant process; production management and plant engineering in industrial gas or chemical processes

Ability to work extended hours and shift work as business needs dictate

Demonstrated commitment to Safety, Health and Environment

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.