What are the responsibilities and job description for the Terminal Manager position at US10 Air Products and Chemical?
At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world. Reimagine What’s Possible Are you a driven leader with a passion for safety, solving unique challenges, driving efficiency and operational excellence? We are seeking a Terminal Manager for our LaPorte, TX distribution terminal who will be accountable for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the facility. If this sounds like you, come grow with us as we continue to build a sustainable tomorrow together! This individual will oversee all distribution terminal activities including equipment maintenance support. This role is a key member of the South Sub-region Operations Leadership team and as such is instrumental in establishing and promoting a culture focused on safety, environmental compliance, and inclusivity. The LaPorte Terminal is in a suburban community in the Metro Houston, TX area. The terminal is one of the largest and most complex terminals in the Air Products system. The terminal works closely with Air Product’s LaPorte Operations and delivers liquid oxygen (LOX), liquid nitrogen (LIN), liquid argon (LAR), liquid hydrogen (LHY), gaseous hydrogen, and gaseous carbon monoxide to customers primarily in the southeast U.S. What's In It for You: At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below! Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment) 401k with 100% vested company core and match Paid Vacation, holidays sick time Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks) Backup Child and Adult Care benefit Adoption assistance Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare) Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Many more supplemental benefits available Required Skills / Abilities: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. A track record of success in distribution terminal management including key aspects of safety, environmental compliance, quality and employee engagement. A strong commitment to employee involvement, team building and diversity. High degree of knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and Hazmat regulations. Familiar with preventative maintenance programs. A track record in driving continuous improvement. Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate with office staff, drivers, customers, and AP leadership. A self-starter with proven leadership abilities to lead and influence direct reports as well as ability to lead by influence. Key Job Responsibilities: Manage environmental, health, and safety (EHS) plans for the site including the development of safety talk/safety meeting materials, monthly site inspections, coordination of Top 10 Customer Site improvement plans and daily walk around Good Catches. Manage and lead the distribution terminal team to ensure safety is paramount and reliable, on-time delivery of our products is achieved. Work with the Line Manager and AP Fleet Maintenance team to develop strategic plans for the LaPorte terminal distribution equipment and ensure capital investments and maintenance costs are well managed. Manage driver’s hours of service in accordance with company policies and Federal/State regulations. Collaborate on daily schedule details from AP Central Logistics to ensure continuous product supply by managing daily driver availability and coordination with maintenance staff to provide distribution equipment resources necessary. Manage third party contractor support, as needed, for the daily delivery schedule in times of major logistical challenges as directed by regional management (i.e., major plant outages, shutdowns, etc.). Daily review of location and driver work hours availability with Logistic planners to prevent driver fatigue. Daily oversight and analysis of previous days completed trips ensuring driver compliance with routing and customer supply levels meet demand requirements. Minimum Hiring Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the distribution field. Two (2) or more years of experience in a supervisory/leadership role. A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required. Commercial driving experience is preferred but not required. Ability to travel about 10% of the time. This is a safety sensitive position. Join Air Products, where we proudly value the skills, dedication, and leadership that Veterans bring to the table. As a Veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome Veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that Veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth. We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future. At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status. Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. 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