Assistant Lab Manager - 2nd Shift

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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.

This position is primarily responsible for the performance, quality, and support of the 2nd Shift Production team at the Cherry Hill facility, including production scheduling, training and development, and quality control of medical and specialty gases, in compliance with established specifications.

• Work safely at all times, continuously promote our safety culture, and maintain a safe working environment for all associates

• Review of manufacturing and quality control documents to assess compliance to quality procedures, standards and product specification

• Perform analyses of gases using analytical instrumentation as required

• Direct oversight of routine production testing and quality control analysis of specialty gas mixtures and pure gases

• Review production records and release medical gas products in accordance with Airgas standard operating procedures

• Support management team with regard to FDA, DOT, HSE, QMS, and ISO programs.

• Monitor bulk delivery lead times and effectively prioritize workloads.

• Assist in the qualification and maintenance of laboratory standards including proper inventory, labeling, and documentation

• Assist in the set up and maintenance of laboratory instruments

• Keep maintenance records for laboratory instruments per Airgas SOPs

• Perform general maintenance and troubleshooting on assigned instruments

• Maintain records for instrument calibrations and preventive maintenance

• Aid in purchasing of lab supplies, production equipment, and PPE

• Understand and follow safe handling procedures for hazardous materials

• Participate in the audit process (Internal and external) including audit preparation efforts

• Coordinate and complete action plans for Non-Conformances and Corrective Actions

• Collect and analyze data for trend reporting

• Manage and coordinate the internal management of change process

• Participate in investigations and closure of customer complaints including corrective actions and preventative measures to ensure continuous improvement.

• Control of documentation in compliance with Airgas standards and procedures

• Assist 2nd Shift Supervisor as needed with truck reconciliation and loading for shipments

• Provide support to other areas of the plant as required

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education:

• High school degree or GED required. Bachelor's degree in a Science, Chemistry or related degree field strongly preferred.

Required Length & Type of Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of technical experience in the gas industry to include demonstrated experience working in a leadership position. In lieu of specific industry experience, may accept an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Prefer prior technical experience with compressed/welding gases, gas analysis and gas lab equipment.

• Prior experience utilizing SAP preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

• Strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of how to leverage metrics and related tools to improve production efficiency and effectiveness.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Communication skills that ensure a smooth flow of information between self and others through clear speaking and writing, encouragement of open expression of ideas, and effective listening.

• Ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.

• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.

• Ability to work flexible schedule to meet management requirements and customer expectations.

• Demonstrated knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent.

• Self-starter; self-motivated; well organized; ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

• Detail oriented with the ability to complete handwritten compliance documentation neatly and accurately.

• Demonstrated dedication to product quality and customer satisfaction.

• Must be able to safely drive a forklift.

Physical Demands:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Able to talk, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crawl or crouch.

• Specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus objects.

• Regularly required to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, grasp, feel and talk or hear.

• May be required to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds and move up to 125 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment.

Work Environment:

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Work space is one that contains moving mechanical parts and risk of electric shock.

• Requires both indoor & outdoor environments in various seasonal weather conditions. Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 100 degrees.

• Work environment may contain loud noises and odors that may last for long periods of time or on a continual basis.

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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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