Regional Operations Manager - Columbia, SC

JOB TITLE - REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER Salary range $150, 000 to $165,000

The Regional ASU Operations Manager has overall responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of all facilities used in the production of medical cryogenic liquids and industrial pipeline gases on a Regional basis These duties include quality control, personnel staffing and training issues; safety, health and environmental regulatory compliance; process optimization, equipment maintenance and supervision of operating and capital expenditures. The Regional Operations Manager reports to the Zone Director Bulk Production.

Essential Function
Achievement of all safety, production, efficiency, quality and budgetary targets for the Region
Supervising the recruiting and hiring of Managers and technicians within the Region
Support of local personnel during all planned and unplanned plant outages
Support Plant Managers with the implementation and execution of all Department Initiatives
Coordination of all plant maintenance activities within the region
Coordination of production scheduling with Product Management and Logistics Departments
Support of the Sales Team
Qualify and supervise vendors and contractors
Assist department head with data and budgetary preparations and presentations.
Fill in for a Plant Manager as may be required during his or her absence.
Willingness to be "on call " 24/7 for plant needs of any kind, (personnel, equipment, customer problems)
Complete knowledge of all MTG safety, compliance and quality policies.
Complete knowledge of all MTG personnel policies as they relate to ASU's
Complete knowledge of all in-region pipeline contracts and obligations
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
*Bachelor's Degree in engineering or equivalent industry experience with a minimum of 5 years specific management experience in the production of medical and industrial atmospheric gases.
*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
*Experience interacting with Federal, State, and local regulatory agencies (FDA, EPA, OSHA, DHS. Etc.)
*Experience implementing and maintaining quality systems including ISO 9001-2015 and FSSC 22000
*Experience implementing and maintaining Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
*Understanding the principles of Cryogenic Air Separation
*Understanding the mechanical principles of rotating equipment
*Computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Outlook.
*Understanding of General Accounting Techniques
*Advanced statistical and analytical skills
*Possession of a valid driver's license with clean driving record
*Comfortable with public speaking

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Stationary Position - Frequently
Move/Traverse - Rarely
Stationary Position/Seated- Frequently
Transport/Lifting - NA
Transport/Carrying - NA
Exerting Force/Pushing - NA
Exerting Force/Pulling-NA
Ascend/Descend - NA
Balancing - Occasionally
Position Self/Stooping- Occasionally
Position Self/Kneeling- Occasionally
Position Self/Crouching- NA
Position Self/Crawling- NA
Reaching - Rarely
Handling - NA
Grasping- NA
Feeling- NA
Communicate/Talking - Constantly
Communicate/Hearing - Constantly
Repetitive Motions - Rarely
Coordination - Rarely

TRAVEL:
Position will require travel within region and as need outside of region.

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

The Company 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