Regional Operations Manager - Fort Worth TX

Regional Operations Manager - Fort Worth, TX

Job Summary
The Regional
Operations Manager is responsible for supporting and enforcing all safety,
regulatory, and company policies and procedures while ensuring operational
excellence across the assigned region. This role drives the efficient
utilization of cylinder, vehicle, plant, and facility assets while optimizing
operating costs related to production, distribution, and cylinder maintenance.

The position
provides operational leadership to regional branch locations, ensuring
compliance, efficiency, service excellence, and continuous improvement. The
Regional Operations Manager also evaluates, recommends, and oversees regional
capital investments to support business growth and operational effectiveness.

Compensation
Salary
Range: $100,000 - $120,000 annually

Key Responsibilities
Safety,
Compliance & Quality
Ensure all branch locations operate in compliance
with applicable regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements,
including but not limited to:
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA)
National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA)
Promote and maintain the highest standards of safety,
quality, production, and distribution through training, communication,
audits, corrective actions, and accountability.
Conduct thorough accident and incident investigations
to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Monitor and drive safety performance through both
leading and lagging safety indicators.

Operations
Leadership
Ensure branch operations consistently meet customer
service, quality, productivity, and delivery expectations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that
enhance operational efficiency, service quality, safety, and cost
effectiveness.
Develop and monitor staffing levels and productivity
metrics to ensure efficient operations.
Partner with leadership teams to support customer
service and sales objectives by maintaining high productivity, cost
control, and employee engagement.
Provide recommendations for process improvements and
cost-reduction initiatives across the region.
Support and lead the operational integration of
acquisitions within the assigned region.

Training
& Employee Development
Train, coach, and mentor Customer Service Managers
and branch employees on safety, production, distribution, and operational
best practices.
Foster employee development and help team members
achieve their full potential.
Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and
continuous learning.

Asset
Management & Utilization
Ensure efficient utilization of cylinder assets by
monitoring inventory levels and controlling stock throughout the region.
Address cylinder demand requirements through
inventory reallocation or capital investment recommendations.
Optimize utilization of vehicle fleets and production
equipment by evaluating distribution routes, production volumes, and
operational workflows.
Recommend and support improvements, consolidations,
or investments that enhance efficiency and asset utilization.
Evaluate and recommend capital investments related
to:
Cylinders
Vehicles
Forklifts
Production equipment
Facilities and infrastructure

Facility
& Equipment Maintenance
Oversee maintenance programs for vehicles, production
equipment, facilities, and buildings throughout the region.
Ensure assets are maintained in a safe, reliable, and
cost-effective manner to support operational objectives.

Financial
& Strategic Planning
Provide input into annual operating budgets and
strategic planning initiatives.
Monitor performance against operational plans and
goals.
Identify opportunities to improve service levels
while reducing overall costs.
Monitor and evaluate key operational metrics,
including:
Cost per cylinder filled
Cost per cylinder delivered
Vehicle utilization
Cylinder utilization
Other operational efficiency
measurements

Required Qualifications
Education Required
Bachelor's Degree in:
Engineering
Business Management
Industrial Management
Related field

Experience Required
Strong related and commensurate operations leadership
experience.

Preferred
1-3 years of experience in a gas production or
distribution environment.
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of gas production, filling, and
distribution operations, methods, and practices.
Understanding of applicable regulations, including
DOT, OSHA, FDA, CGA, EPA, and NFPA requirements.
Ability to develop organizational structures,
personnel plans, and equipment resources to support current and future
operations.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to achieve
results through others.
Strong planning, organizational, and execution
capabilities.
Experience in employee hiring, retention, performance
management, coaching, and corrective action processes.

Ability to balance and achieve positive outcomes in:
Safety
Quality
Productivity
Cost management
Employee relations
Knowledge of inventory management principles and
practices.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal
communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced
environment.
Demonstrated team-oriented leadership style.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications,
including:
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Proven ability to communicate effectively with
employees, customers, vendors, and business partners across diverse
situations.

Licenses & Certifications Required
Valid state-issued Driver's License.

Physical Demands & Work Environment
Physical
Demands Category: Office and Administrative Support
The physical
requirements listed below are representative of those necessary to successfully
perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these
functions.

Frequently
Required
Standing
Walking
Repetitive motions
Coordination activities
Handling and grasping objects

Constantly
Required
Sitting
Verbal communication
Hearing and receiving information

Occasionally
Required
Moving throughout facilities and operational
locations

Rarely
Required
Lifting and carrying materials
Pushing and pulling
Climbing or descending stairs/ladders
Balancing
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling
Reaching and feeling


Mental & Cognitive Requirements
The employee
must regularly demonstrate the ability to:
Understand and follow instructions, procedures, and
policies.
Gather, organize, and analyze information.
Exercise sound judgment and make timely, effective
decisions.
Communicate clearly and professionally with
employees, customers, and business partners.
Adapt effectively to changing priorities, operational
demands, and workplace challenges.
Manage competing priorities while maintaining high
performance standards.


Additional Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and
standards.
Support company initiatives that enhance safety,
operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.




Equal
Employment Opportunity Statement
The Company is
an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state,
and local employment laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected
veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EOE | AA |
M/F/Vet/Disability