Plant Manager, Norco - Air Liquide

Description

The NORCO plant manager leads the team to provide safe, reliable, quality, cost effective products to the customers.

This role is designed for a strong technical operational leader that can manage a Utilities production site's production personnel, maintenance manager, customers and community leaders while achieving the zone targets.

Job Description:
Operates the facility in compliance with all governmental regulations and Air Liquide policies
Works to achieve "Zero Accidents" by taking a strong leadership role in safety
Meets or exceeds company safety standards; maintains Life Critical system
Keeps hazard analysis current; has knowledge of possible hazards and safeguards
Strictly adheres to Management of Change procedure
Maintains all necessary licenses/permits; meets 100% environmental compliance
Reports and investigates all incidents; ensures corrective actions are completed and drives continuous improvement
Actively participates in start ups and is able to act as a qualified operator when needed
Develops, implements, and improves standard operating procedures in operations and maintenance
Leads by example and Effectively Communicates to Plant Personnel and Support Groups
Works effectively with maintenance personnel to execute/improve predictive and preventive maintenance programs
Consistently achieves availability and reliability targets for the plant
Identifies and drives efficiency improvements in operational and organizational systems
Maintains high housekeeping standards to exemplify/improve company image
Tracks key performance indicators; takes corrective action as needed
Owns and maintains accurate key operating documents
Identifies and implements opportunities to reduce costs within delegated authorization
Develops and manages plant budgets to meet financial targets for the business and plant
Ensures that performance evaluations, hiring, and promotions are performed and free of discrimination
Insists on adherence to administrative and operational policies and procedures
Provides training and coaching for individual development
Verifies that all operations personnel have completed their annual training plan
Team player that can effectively work within the Air Liquide organization
Fosters positive customer relationships; proactive in resolving customer concerns
Assists Commercial Managers as needed


Required Qualifications And Competencies:
Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree required OR equivalent related operations experience required in lieu of a degree, AND 5+ years technical knowledge and/or applicable work experience & understanding of plant process; production management and plant engineering in utility processes
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.
Ability to work extended hours as business needs dictate
Demonstrated commitment to Safety, Health and Environment
Demonstrated capability to lead diverse teams, drive operational excellence and achieve results

Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants, including Process Safety Management, OSHA regulations, EPA regulations, EEOC guidelines, state and local requirements.

Technical and working understanding of water treatment facilities, boilers, steam generation and electrical distribution.
Ability to converse with customers on the site situation and analyze the utility demand from customers.
Able to use common office software; ability to learn Air Liquide software systems
Extremely organized and effective at time management
Ability to read and red-line key operating documents
Displays mechanical and electrical aptitude; ability to troubleshoot production problems

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