Associate Director of Operations

Job description

This position has responsibility for directing planning and leading operations in the areas of production, distribution and maintenance to ensure the required business objectives and strategies for the West region of USIG are met in a safe and environmentally compliant manner You will have accountability for the day-to-day operations of the Pittsburg California area (Pittsburg, CA and Benicia, CA production, and distribution operations).

This position works closely with and reports to the West Region Director of Operations.

• Direct a group of employees and/or consultants to flawlessly execute operational requirements, change and/or process improvements
• Create and manage complex operational plans that result in the accomplishment of business objectives
• Direct and lead complex or unusual assignments across functional areas
• Act as primary interface, coordinating and facilitating activities and commitments with other departments, businesses, and/or functions
• Ensure response strategies are appropriately formulated, and communication plans are provided
• Establish goals, promote decision-making, delegate as appropriate, and overcome obstacles Further, you will take a leadership role in creation and oversight of productivity optimization
• Work with strategic independence, conferring with Senior and Executive Management on more complex or unusual assignments
• Monitor external/internal trends, develop procedures, make judgments, and take organization-wide actions that set precedents Focus on planning and execution for the current year You will also staff, train, coach, and administer performance reviews, salary increases, and corrective action of subordinate employees
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies and procedures, lead operational discipline throughout the Linde employee organizations, and work closely with the SH&E organization in achieving established goals
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and Linde policies regarding environmental, permitting, and product quality requirements
• Develop, implement, and support Lean Six Sigma and Cost Reduction projects
• Manage and achieve plant and product supply reliability goals And you will manage and achieve plant fixed and variable cost goals, develop monthly business reports covering financial performance, and create action plans to address deficiencies
• Work across all levels of Linde organizations to achieve desired results in a cohesive and effective management team