Site Manager - Odessa, TX

Nippon Sanso Matheson, Inc.; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Nippon Sanso Matheson, Inc. in Odessa, TX seeks a Site Manager to lead all site operations, safety, and regulatory compliance.

You will work with Sales and Supply Chain to ensure customer satisfaction, profitable growth, and efficient packaging gas distribution. The role requires strong leadership, strategic oversight, and a track record of driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing or industrial gas environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in site, branch, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial gas operations.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Industry experience in industrial gases, packaged gas operations, manufacturing, distribution, or related industries is highly preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily site operations, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee staffing, training, and development of site personnel.
• Manage inventory, production processes, and distribution activities.
• Collaborate with Sales and Supply Chain to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost control across the site.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

Job description

Site Manager

Location: Odessa, TX

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually + Bonus

Position Summary

The Site Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the site, including safety, operations, customer service, staffing, inventory management, and financial results. This role works closely with Sales and Supply Chain teams to ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and profitable growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture that prioritizes employee well-being and environmental stewardship.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA, and company safety standards and procedures.
• Lead site safety initiatives, training programs, audits, and corrective action efforts.
• Maintain compliance with hazardous materials handling, storage, transportation, and reporting requirements.

Operations & Distribution Management

• Direct all day-to-day site operations, including packaged gas production, cylinder processing, inventory management, and distribution activities.
• Ensure efficient workflow, productivity, and quality standards throughout the facility.
• Monitor operational performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support lean manufacturing and process improvement efforts to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain teams to ensure product availability and timely customer deliveries.

Customer Service & Business Performance

• Foster a customer-focused culture by ensuring timely and professional service.
• Resolve customer concerns and service issues in a prompt and effective manner.
• Partner with Sales teams to support packaged gas, welding products, and hard goods sales growth.
• Monitor site performance metrics and drive improvements in customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and profitability.

Leadership & Talent Management

• Lead, coach, and develop site employees to achieve operational and business objectives.
• Manage staffing levels, employee performance, training, and development activities.
• Foster employee engagement, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives.

Financial & Administrative Management

• Monitor site expenses and support financial objectives and budgetary goals.
• Review operational reports and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and maintain required business records, reports, and documentation.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of regulatory, operational, and administrative reporting.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in site, branch, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial gas operations.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Industry Experience Preferred
• Experience in industrial gases, packaged gas operations, manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or related industries is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret operational, financial, and technical data and make sound business decisions.

Communication Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, vendors, regulators, and management.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, and operational procedures.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of industrial gas products, cylinder production, distribution operations, and related equipment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies preferred.

Certifications & Licenses

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Hazardous Materials training or the ability to obtain required certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Regularly required to communicate verbally and hear conversations.
• Frequently required to sit, use hands, and operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.
• Must possess close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Primarily office and industrial facility environment.
• Occasional travel to customer locations and other company facilities.
• Exposure to warehouse and production environments, including moving mechanical equipment, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Noise levels are generally moderate but may be higher in production and warehouse areas.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Educational Assistance Programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nippon Sanso Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE AA/M/F/Vet/Disability.

Nippon Sanso Matheson 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, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability