Regional Operations Director — Industrial Gas & Logistics

American Welding and Gas, Inc.; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

American Welding & Gas Inc is seeking an Area Operations Director to lead the performance of multiple branch locations in the North Markets (Wisconsin/Minnesota). You will guide distribution, logistics, safety, and facility operations to ensure service levels and regulatory compliance.

The role demands a hands-on leader with deep experience in industrial distribution or manufacturing, strong team-building skills, and a track record of improving processes and scaling operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive operations experience in industrial distribution, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Proficiency in supply chain/inventory management in a B2B organization.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, DOT logistics, and distribution operations.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and drive operational improvements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the assigned region.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day operational leadership for multiple branch locations and facilities.
• Drive operational efficiency, service reliability, and customer satisfaction across the region.
• Champion AWG’s safety-first culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA (medical gases), and CGA requirements.
• Oversee packaged/bulk gas distribution, including fleet management and route optimization.
• Lead, coach, and develop branch managers, operations managers, and frontline supervisors.
• Manage regional operating budgets, labor costs, and capital expenditures.
• Work closely with sales, production, safety, HR, and finance teams to align operations with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Strategic planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, or related field

Job description

American Welding & Gas Inc is seeking an Area Operations Director to lead the performance of multiple branch locations in the North Markets (Wisconsin/Minnesota). You will guide distribution, logistics, safety, and facility operations to ensure service levels and regulatory compliance.

The role demands a hands-on leader with deep experience in industrial distribution or manufacturing, strong team-building skills, and a track record of improving processes and scaling operations.