ASU Zone Operations Director - Vernon, CA

JOB SUMMARY The ASU Zone Operations Director 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 Zone 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 Zone Director reports to the Vice President of ASU Operations. This position is remotely located within the operating zone. Essential Functions Essential Function · Achievement of all safety, production, efficiency, quality and budgetary targets for the Zone · Responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining zone performance metrics, communicating expectations to applicable stakeholders, and holding execution teams accountable through reporting and coordination with field operations management. · Business Leader for the zone, ensuring profitability, efficiency and TRW targets are met · Provide expert oversight for operational safety programs, including Loss Prevention, SafeStart, Smith, and Risk Assessments (RAs). · Cultivate strong working relationships with Plant Management, the ROC, Reliability, and ASU Engineering to ensure organizational alignment. · Assist with data and budgetary preparations and presentations. · Support the recruiting and hiring of Managers and technicians within the Zone · Support Regional Managers with the implementation and execution of all Department Initiatives · Support Sales Teams · 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-zone pipeline contracts and obligations · Serve as Special Project Manager for Improvement Programs as assigned by the Vice President of Operations Required for All Jobs • Performs other duties as assigned • Complies with all policies and standards QUALIFICATIONS Education Education Level Education Details Required/ Preferred Bachelor's Degree Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, with preference for Chemical or Mechanical Disciplines Preferred Master’s Degree Master’s degree or MBA Preferred Work Experience Experience Experience Details Required/ Preferred 12+ years Progressive operations experience in industrial gas, LNG, petrochemical, or cryogenic process operations. Preferred 8+ years In a senior engineering or operations leadership role with direct reports, including management of other managers or lead engineers Preferred 8+ years Demonstrated experience managing geographically distributed teams and multi-site operations. Preferred 8+ years Hands-on background with ASU process engineering, cryogenic systems, or air separation technology. Preferred 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 · Advanced ability to create and present materials to various levels of management Licenses and Certifications Licenses/Certifications Licenses/Certification Details Time Frame Required/ Preferred Certification Six Sigma Blackbelt Preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Working Condition: This role will be performed primarily in an office environment, requiring extensive daily usage of a computer, and other office equipment. Working Condition: This role supports 24/7 operations and requires occasional night and/or weekend remote support. Working Condition: Field Coverage will occur where ever Matheson has a facility, and during any season. Physical Demands: Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Physical Demands: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Working Condition: This role will be performed in office environments as well as in industrial field environments. While performing duties of this job it would occasionally be required to: · Be exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme cold (e.g. operating plant). · Be exposed to outside weather conditions (e.g. cold box valves, filling trailers). · Be exposed to high, precarious places (e.g. cold box, repair work) · Be exposed to high noise levels (e.g. Plant rounds, maintenance) Working Condition: May also be required to work from a home location, which must be conducive to performing the role and duties, including virtual/video meetings. Working Condition: Must sign NDA, have a clean driving record and pass background check and drug test. Physical Demands A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical Demand N/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Weight Stationary Position X Move/Traverse X Stationary Position/Seated X Transport/Lifting X Transport/Carrying X Exerting Force/Pushing X Exerting Force/Pulling X Ascend/Descend X Balancing X Position Self/Stooping X Position Self/Kneeling X Position Self/Crouching X Position Self/Crawling X Reaching X Handling X Grasping X Feeling X Communicate/Talking X Communicate/Hearing X Repetitive Motions X Coordination X Travel Requirements Estimated Amount Brief Description 50% Extensive travel within the zone and to the central office required Compensation: $180,000 - $210,000 per year 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