West Region Operations Leader – Production & Distribution

Linde; Pittsburg (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde is seeking an Associate Director of Operations to lead planning, production, distribution and maintenance for the West region of USIG, ensuring safety and environmental compliance and delivering key business objectives.

You will oversee day-to-day Pittsburg, CA and Benicia, CA operations, mentor a team of staff and consultants, drive Lean Six Sigma and cost reduction initiatives, and partner with Senior Management to set strategic direction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.
• 6+ years of Operations experience.
• 3+ years of Plant Management experience.
• Self-starter with the ability to drive execution of projects and strategic initiatives.
• Proven leadership, team building, and decision-making skills.
• Reliability and efficiency focused with strong planning and execution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to motivate and lead a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Direct planning and leadership of production, distribution and maintenance for the West region of USIG.
• Oversee day-to-day Pittsburg, CA and Benicia, CA operations; report to the West Region Director of Operations.
• Lead a team of employees/consultants; drive process improvements and change management.
• Create and manage complex operational plans to achieve business objectives.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure alignment and timely communication.
• Establish goals, promote decision-making, delegate as appropriate, and overcome obstacles.
• Lead productivity optimization and Lean Six Sigma initiatives; drive cost reduction.
• Develop monthly reports covering financial performance and action plans.

Skills

Leadership

Execution

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Team building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Linde is seeking an Associate Director of Operations to lead planning, production, distribution and maintenance for the West region of USIG, ensuring safety and environmental compliance and delivering key business objectives.

You will oversee day-to-day Pittsburg, CA and Benicia, CA operations, mentor a team of staff and consultants, drive Lean Six Sigma and cost reduction initiatives, and partner with Senior Management to set strategic direction.