MATHESON
Position Summary
This focus of this position is to support and enforce all safety, governmental, and Western International (WIG) procedures while meeting operational goals. This position will promote the most efficient use of cylinder assets, vehicle assets, plant assets, as well as optimizing cost by working to reduce production, distribution, and cylinder maintenance cost. This position will also recommend and oversee the region's allocation of capital investments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Leads Safety Meetings Trains others to follow safety rules Writes and modifies Standard Operating Procedures Determines if immediate maintenance action is required and acts appropriately Identifies SHE requirements and includes in planned WO's Secures site for WO maintenance per schedule / SHE requirements Demonstrates effective communication skills (including writing reports), ability to lead others, and ability to interface with customers Performs all jobs in plant or operation, troubleshoots the process, and makes plant decisions Performs complex plant functions, and warm/cold plant start-up Takes initiative to improve facility (i.e. operations, reliability, and cost structure) without direction Proposes equipment upgrades and modifications to improve safety, reliability, efficiency, etc. Works with vendors and equipment manufacturers to resolve issues Directs the work of others Performs more challenging light and routine maintenance functions such as instrumentation, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting Troubleshoots PLC, DCS, and other computer interface stations Troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates control, valves, pneumatic and electronic control equipment and instruments Identifies potential problems from collected data Recommends facility improvements and provides cost justification Performs administrative functions, i.e. requisitioning, purchasing, production accounting, and payroll record-keeping (time inputting) Conduct continuous monitoring of process equipment for proper operation Perform basic preventive maintenance of production equipment utilizing technical manuals, or vendor specifications Meets or exceeds the company's safety goals, standards and policies Fully supports, instills, and reinforces corporate Health, Safety, and Environmental policies / procedures and relevant documentation at the facility Assists and supports Plant Manager in maintaining responsibility for a safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly operating environment at the facility Ensures customer product delivery requirements and pertinent documentation and reporting requirements are satisfactorily being efficiently met Coordinates production and maintenance tasks within facility work group without interruption of customer product deliveries Provides kinesthetic training needs within local facility operations as they relate to specific job profiling and individual career path goals Assists and works closely with Plant Manager to complete daily requirements including Administrative functions responsibilities as delegated by Plant Manager Facility record keeping and documentation Innovations and improvement projects
5S & TRW projects On-site contractors Policies and Procedures Customer relations as applicable Facility cost control, tracking, and utilization of National Purchasing Agreements Acts and assumes key responsibilities of Plant Manager during their absence Makes certain shift coverage for facility operating requirements are satisfied Develops and implements work schedules of Production Technicians Fills in for vacations and emergency shift relief coverage as situations warrant Shares "On-call" responsibilities with Plant Manager as needed Safety, Compliance, Quality
Ensure branch locations are operated in accordance and incompliance with industry regulations, WIG procedures and safety standards. Regulations include but not limited to FDA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, NFPA. Maintain highest safety and quality standards for production and distribution through communication, audit follow up, training, and enforcement of procedures and regulations. Conduct effective accident investigations to determine root cause of accident, recommend, suggest or implement corrective actions. Training
Train and guide Area Leads and facility employees in safety/production/distribution techniques assuring their development to the fullest potential. Lean Six Sigma
Effectively apply Lean Six Sigma tools including 5S throughout the operation. Location Planning/Financial Management
Gives input into location operating and planning budget, monitoring of plans and goals and provides input to improve service and decrease overall cost to customer. Assure team meets or exceeds service and quality expectations of customers. Management/Continuous Improvement
Develop and monitor operational staffing levels and productivity performance. Ensure support of all customer service and sales efforts by keeping productivity high, controlling costs, reinforcing safety efforts and encouraging morale to achieve positive results. Work to continuously improve processes in all areas. Provide recommendations for increase department efficiency or cost reduction initiatives. Performance Indicators
(A non-comprehensive list of indicators, which may be used for goal setting and/or performance evaluation.) Safety
leading and lagging indicators Operating costs
cost/cylinder filled and delivered, and cylinder utilization Required Skills
Knowledge of gas production/filling and distribution operations, methods, and practices. Ability to develop personnel and equipment structures to support present and future operations. Must possess the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Planning: an ability to think ahead and plan over a 30-day time span and prepare action plans to achieve results. Supervision, including employee hiring and retention, performance management and discipline. An ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations. Inventory management. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. An ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong team player. Computer skills include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Required Experience
Three to five years of experience in a gas production or distribution environment with two years supervisory experience preferred. Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively with associates, vendors and customers in a wide variety of situations Exposure to and understanding of applicable regulations as defined by DOT, OSHA, FDA, CGA, EPA, and NFPA. Certifications/Licensures
Valid and current driver's license Physical Requirements
Must be able to wear required PPE safety equipment including, hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, Must be able to lift 50lbs, climb stairs and ladders, and work in tight spaces in and around machinery Must be willing to travel as needed The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability.
This focus of this position is to support and enforce all safety, governmental, and Western International (WIG) procedures while meeting operational goals. This position will promote the most efficient use of cylinder assets, vehicle assets, plant assets, as well as optimizing cost by working to reduce production, distribution, and cylinder maintenance cost. This position will also recommend and oversee the region's allocation of capital investments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Leads Safety Meetings Trains others to follow safety rules Writes and modifies Standard Operating Procedures Determines if immediate maintenance action is required and acts appropriately Identifies SHE requirements and includes in planned WO's Secures site for WO maintenance per schedule / SHE requirements Demonstrates effective communication skills (including writing reports), ability to lead others, and ability to interface with customers Performs all jobs in plant or operation, troubleshoots the process, and makes plant decisions Performs complex plant functions, and warm/cold plant start-up Takes initiative to improve facility (i.e. operations, reliability, and cost structure) without direction Proposes equipment upgrades and modifications to improve safety, reliability, efficiency, etc. Works with vendors and equipment manufacturers to resolve issues Directs the work of others Performs more challenging light and routine maintenance functions such as instrumentation, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting Troubleshoots PLC, DCS, and other computer interface stations Troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates control, valves, pneumatic and electronic control equipment and instruments Identifies potential problems from collected data Recommends facility improvements and provides cost justification Performs administrative functions, i.e. requisitioning, purchasing, production accounting, and payroll record-keeping (time inputting) Conduct continuous monitoring of process equipment for proper operation Perform basic preventive maintenance of production equipment utilizing technical manuals, or vendor specifications Meets or exceeds the company's safety goals, standards and policies Fully supports, instills, and reinforces corporate Health, Safety, and Environmental policies / procedures and relevant documentation at the facility Assists and supports Plant Manager in maintaining responsibility for a safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly operating environment at the facility Ensures customer product delivery requirements and pertinent documentation and reporting requirements are satisfactorily being efficiently met Coordinates production and maintenance tasks within facility work group without interruption of customer product deliveries Provides kinesthetic training needs within local facility operations as they relate to specific job profiling and individual career path goals Assists and works closely with Plant Manager to complete daily requirements including Administrative functions responsibilities as delegated by Plant Manager Facility record keeping and documentation Innovations and improvement projects
5S & TRW projects On-site contractors Policies and Procedures Customer relations as applicable Facility cost control, tracking, and utilization of National Purchasing Agreements Acts and assumes key responsibilities of Plant Manager during their absence Makes certain shift coverage for facility operating requirements are satisfied Develops and implements work schedules of Production Technicians Fills in for vacations and emergency shift relief coverage as situations warrant Shares "On-call" responsibilities with Plant Manager as needed Safety, Compliance, Quality
Ensure branch locations are operated in accordance and incompliance with industry regulations, WIG procedures and safety standards. Regulations include but not limited to FDA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, NFPA. Maintain highest safety and quality standards for production and distribution through communication, audit follow up, training, and enforcement of procedures and regulations. Conduct effective accident investigations to determine root cause of accident, recommend, suggest or implement corrective actions. Training
Train and guide Area Leads and facility employees in safety/production/distribution techniques assuring their development to the fullest potential. Lean Six Sigma
Effectively apply Lean Six Sigma tools including 5S throughout the operation. Location Planning/Financial Management
Gives input into location operating and planning budget, monitoring of plans and goals and provides input to improve service and decrease overall cost to customer. Assure team meets or exceeds service and quality expectations of customers. Management/Continuous Improvement
Develop and monitor operational staffing levels and productivity performance. Ensure support of all customer service and sales efforts by keeping productivity high, controlling costs, reinforcing safety efforts and encouraging morale to achieve positive results. Work to continuously improve processes in all areas. Provide recommendations for increase department efficiency or cost reduction initiatives. Performance Indicators
(A non-comprehensive list of indicators, which may be used for goal setting and/or performance evaluation.) Safety
leading and lagging indicators Operating costs
cost/cylinder filled and delivered, and cylinder utilization Required Skills
Knowledge of gas production/filling and distribution operations, methods, and practices. Ability to develop personnel and equipment structures to support present and future operations. Must possess the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Planning: an ability to think ahead and plan over a 30-day time span and prepare action plans to achieve results. Supervision, including employee hiring and retention, performance management and discipline. An ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations. Inventory management. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. An ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong team player. Computer skills include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Required Experience
Three to five years of experience in a gas production or distribution environment with two years supervisory experience preferred. Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively with associates, vendors and customers in a wide variety of situations Exposure to and understanding of applicable regulations as defined by DOT, OSHA, FDA, CGA, EPA, and NFPA. Certifications/Licensures
Valid and current driver's license Physical Requirements
Must be able to wear required PPE safety equipment including, hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, Must be able to lift 50lbs, climb stairs and ladders, and work in tight spaces in and around machinery Must be willing to travel as needed The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability.