Zone Vice President of Operations

Job Summary
The Vice President of Operations will oversee production, distribution, and maintenance teams on a daily basis to ensure safe & efficient plant operations at multiple sites within a region. Additionally the Vice President of Operations will be directly responsible for safety, quality, and regulatory requirements as they relate to personnel and the multiple plants under their direction. The Vice President of Operations will also measure operational efficiency and monitor staffing needs to ensure the all locations operates safely and efficiently. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions
*Provide leadership in safety and quality under Matheson's corporate guidelines and directives.
*Work with front line managers in managing plant production and distribution.
*Provide response and reporting to the Zone Vice President regarding customer issues related to production and distribution.
*Demonstrate and maintain a high level of customer focus, and customer commitment and ensure personnel at all locations demonstrate and maintain the same.
*Track and control all plant expenses to ensure monthly and annual corporate goals are achieved
*Develop and lead plant projects, control their schedule, and manage expenses to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
*Work directly with other Matheson locations to ensure the efficient use of corporate assets
*Work directly with corporate management for the procurement of assets
*Develop and update contingency and emergency plans
*Provide training in the areas of safety, quality, processes, and procedures
*Maintain clear thinking and professional composure in high pressure situations.
*Perform other projects and duties as assigned
*Complies with all policies and standards

Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly manages the multiple plant managers and region operations managers in accordance with the organization's policies, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other technical degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience with principles and operation of mechanical equipment such as pumps and compressors.
Experience with reading and understanding flow diagrams and P&ID's
5+ Years plant, production, manufacturing, distribution, or equivalent experience
5+ Years of management experience leading teams with 10 or more members
Experience in industrial gas filling production or distribution preferred

Matheson 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