Strategic Area Operations Leader – Industrial Gases

Airgas, Inc.; Rolla (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays, vacation, sick time

Parental leave

Airgas Scholarship Program

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. is hiring an Area Operations Manager in Henderson, CO to lead production, lab, and distribution departments in the gases business.

The role requires extensive operational leadership, regulatory compliance, and hands-on coaching of supervisors to meet safety and efficiency goals. The position offers a salary of $120,000 to $130,000 plus comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, and opportunities for travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in the bulk/gas industry or related production environment.
• FDA, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and Hazardous Materials experience.
• Audits and training on SOPs with compliance to OSHA/DOT/EPA/FDA/state regulations.
• Ability to communicate with senior leadership monthly regarding progress and improvements.
• Ability to delegate and direct work across multiple departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong problem solving and data interpretation.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be able to travel up to 20% with overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates activities of production, lab, and distribution departments.
• Plan production operations, establish priorities, and oversee maintenance and safety.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards across operations.

Skills

Operational management

Regulatory compliance

Auditing & training

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership & delegation

Travel readiness

Self-motivated

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Chemistry/related field

Job description

Airgas, Inc. is hiring an Area Operations Manager in Henderson, CO to lead production, lab, and distribution departments in the gases business.

The role requires extensive operational leadership, regulatory compliance, and hands-on coaching of supervisors to meet safety and efficiency goals. The position offers a salary of $120,000 to $130,000 plus comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, and opportunities for travel up to 20%.