Branch Manager

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At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We are looking for you !

• Shift starts at 7am Monday - Friday with occasional weekend and night work.

• Healthcare Benefits - Medical, dental, vision options

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match effective upon hire

Supervises office staff and coordinates activities of CDL drivers engaged in loading, and transporting Dry Ice to customers or company locations. Plans routes and schedules drivers, vehicles, deliveries and pick-ups based on driver, company, and customer information. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules, using knowledge of capacities of trucks by performing the following duties.

• Investigates customer complaints. Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists drivers in solving work problems.

• Performs monthly ride-alongs with drivers, providing coaching on Smith Safe Driving principles, DOT paperwork compliance, pre-trip and post-trip inspections, material handling, and customer service relations. Coordinates driver coaching with local safety fleet specialists as needed.

• Conducts monthly safety meetings with drivers. Interprets company policies to drivers and enforces safety regulations.

• Interprets job orders to drivers, and assigns duties; Assigns deliveries to drivers according to customer needs, current delivery schedule and availability of supplies.

• Ensures delivery schedules are efficient and meet the needs of the customer. Coordinates with other departments to ensure seamless follow through customer service requirements and expectations.

• Manages work hours and approves entries in the timekeeping system. Responsible for maintaining hours within the established budget. Reviews attendance for policy adherence and consistent application of progressive discipline for every associate.

• Maintains all required DOT inspection reports and manifests, verifies and releases tickets, and any additional documentation needed in the supervision of drivers.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred or High school degree required

• Prefer five (5) years of experience in distribution of products to retail or commercial customers or similar industrial products

• Five (5) years of DOT experience required

• Prefer (2) years of prior demonstrated management or leadership experience with 10 or more direct people reporting to you

• Knowledge of DOT regulations regarding hours of service and the handling of hazardous materials.

• Experience using google systems in the workplace (docs, google sheets, slides) is preferred.

• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.

• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.

• Some local travel required for periodic in-field Driver observation or customer site visits

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to operate forklift and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.

• Experience with ELD systems

• Drive cam experience

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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