Operations Manager - CINCINNATI

Matheson Tri-Gas; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Operations Manager to oversee safety and efficiency in gas production and distribution. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, training staff, and optimizing resource utilization to meet operational goals. You will lead a team, manage multiple priorities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety, quality, and employee development, offering a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for operational excellence and a commitment to safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent Health Benefits Package

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in gas production/distribution with supervisory experience.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Train and guide staff in safety and production techniques.
• Optimize asset utilization and monitor investments.

Skills

Gas production knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Planning

Inventory management

Interpersonal skills

Supervision

Computer skills (MS Office)

Education

B.S. or B.A. in Engineering or Business Management

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
This focus of this position is to support and enforce all safety, governmental,
and Matheson Tri-Gas (MTG) 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.
Safety, Compliance, Quality - Ensure branch locations are operated in
accordance and in compliance with industry regulations, MTG 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 Customer Service Managers and branch employees in
safety/production/distribution techniques assuring their development to the
fullest potential.
Asset Utilization - Assure efficient utilization of cylinder assets by
monitoring and controlling stocking levels at all branches within region. Where
necessary, accommodate cylinder needs through excess cylinder stock or by
creating a capital investment.
Optimize vehicle and production equipment utilization within region by
monitoring distribution volumes/routes and recommending/implementing
improvements or consolidations.
Monitor and recommend investments related to cylinders, vehicles, forklifts,
production equipment, and facility related items.
Asset/Facility Maintenance - Oversee the maintenance of equipment, vehicles and
buildings at all regional branch locations.
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. Active in integration of
operations of any acquisitions within region. Assure locations are meeting
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.
Perform other project and duties as assigned.

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, vehicle 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.
Education:
B. S. or B. A. Degree I Engineering, Business Management, Industrial Management
or related field; or strong commensurate experience.

Certifications/Licensures:
Valid and current driver's license

Compensation package including:
Excellent Health Benefits Package; Medical, Dental, Vision
Top-of-the-line 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Paid Time Off; Holidays, Floaters, & Sick
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability

Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability