Area Operations Manager at Airbase

Roseville, Minnesota, United States

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$90,000 – $110,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Industrial GasesIndustries

Requirements

  • Undergraduate Business, Engineering, Operations Management degree or degree in a related area of study required

Responsibilities

  • Actively participate as a member of the Area Leadership Team providing strategic and tactical coordination and implementation of site operations, safety and regulatory compliance, and policy/procedural updates
  • Champion and promote a strong safety and compliance culture implementing programs to ensure associate safety and company regulatory compliance
  • Provide support to the Area Leadership Team with asset management reviewing production planning, stocking parameters and asset management to ensure efficient supply chain and inventory management
  • Assist in the sourcing and capacity planning to ensure timely production and delivery of products as it pertains to cylinders, pallets, and trucks
  • Develop capital expenditure budget(s) and coordinate capital expenditures
  • Review production plans and operational schedules for operations and manufacturing activities assisting in establishing priorities, the sequencing of manufacturing products, and assuring quality specifications are met
  • Drive improvements to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Compile, analyze and review production and operating reports and help to improve/resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
  • Communicate routinely with the Area Leadership Team regarding progress, obstacles, issues and improvements impacting the business
  • Conduct routine visits to facilities to evaluate performance, safety, compliance and training gaps
  • Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization
  • Provide leadership regarding safe work habits assuring plant monthly safety meetings are conducted and attend meetings to reinforce the safety message and create a positive safety culture
  • Coordinate annual safety meeting for the area with the Area Leadership Team
  • Provide leadership and guidance on Airgas’s incident review committee and support the development of safety improvement plans
  • In coordination with the Area Leadership Team, develop and communicate site procedures and reports, maintain registrations and permits maintaining compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA, state regulations and Airgas Policies & SOPs
  • Develop or revise standard operational and working practices specific to the site
  • Coordinate with the ABOC to assure operations procedures, SAP procedures and training are applied
  • Ensure direct responsibility for ensuring plant associates are trained in SMS, DOT and other regulatory policies and operations areas; support branch associates with same training
  • Assist with review of delivery sites and standards to assure safe deliveries
  • Lead in accordance with company policies by hiring, training, motivating, planning and directing work, managing performance and resolving associate issues
  • Provide customer support for operational requirements including site visits as needed
  • Other projects/initiatives as assigned

Skills

operations management
safety compliance
asset management
supply chain
inventory management
production planning
KPI improvement
capital expenditure
manufacturing
regulatory compliance

Airbase

Spend management and AP automation platform

About Airbase

Airbase offers a spend management platform that helps businesses manage their financial operations more effectively. The platform includes services such as guided procurement, accounts payable automation, expense management, and corporate card management. These features allow companies to control their spending, streamline procurement processes, and automate accounts payable tasks. Airbase's software is designed to be user-friendly, providing visibility and control over spending for clients ranging from small businesses to large corporations. Unlike many competitors, Airbase also fosters a community for finance professionals through its Slack group, Off the Ledger, where users can share insights and ask questions. The goal of Airbase is to provide businesses with the tools they need to manage their finances efficiently and ensure compliance globally.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$88MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Competition from Amazon Business could threaten Airbase's market share in spend management.
Paylocity's acquisition may disrupt existing client relationships or service offerings.
Rapid AI integration may face adoption challenges, impacting customer satisfaction.

Differentiation

Airbase offers a comprehensive spend management platform with AP automation and corporate card management.
The platform provides real-time insights into spending, enhancing decision-making for mid-market firms.
Airbase's partnership with Sardine enhances fraud prevention, increasing platform security and client trust.

Upsides

AI-powered Touchless AP reduces manual processing time, boosting efficiency and cost savings.
Paylocity's acquisition could expand Airbase's resources and accelerate growth and innovation.
New spend analytics and vendor management features offer better financial control for clients.

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