Director of Operations (Specialty/Electronics Plant) OVERVIEW The operation for which the Director of Operations has management responsibility is primarily a plant that produces specialty & electronics gases. The plant employs approximately 100 people, and generates $80 $100 Million per year of product revenue. The Director of Operations also has management responsibility for several "satellite" storage & distribution locations spread around the U.S. SAFETY Responsible for providing a safe environment for all employees. Responsible for Accident and Incident investigations. Responsible for acceptance/review of customer orders for safety and quality. Administration of the company safety program and the maintaining of good employee relations. DESCRIPTION Directs and manages Facilities, Production, Distribution, Planning and Lab departments to ensure compliance with customer expectations and established standards. Responsible for the performance of plant employees and activities. Directs and controls the local production planning and scheduling, purchasing and inventory control and effectively maintains production flow (raw materials, finished stock, etc.) to meet customer requirements. Directs inventory management at storage depot operations in several locations within the U.S. Participates in company sales and service activities as required. Responsible for acceptance/review of customer work orders for feasibility and ontime delivery. Directs and participates in development projects in order to improve operations, quality, and efficiency of operations. Assists in developing and submitting the Capital Budget annually. Maintains and promotes 5S throughout the facility, equipment and grounds. Makes recommendations as needed for production and operational improvements, including financial justification of investments. Manages COGS and utilizes appropriate metrics to ensure efficient operations. Prepares performance reviews, recommends salary adjustments and disciplinary action. Responsible for proper staffing levels and employee training. Must have working knowledge of all local, state and federal legal and licensing requirements pertaining to the storage, handling, shipping and use of hazardous materials. QUALITY Responsible for maintaining and improving production efficiency and quality systems. Responsible for maintaining QMS and ISO requirements. Develop appropriate operating procedures and guidelines to ensure reliability and quality expectations are achieved. Investigate quality issues and determine root causes using corporate methodology. Maintains and monitors quality metrics to ensure continuous improvement throughout the organization. Meets with customers as needed to explain quality systems & processes, including customer audits of the plant operations and incident investigations. Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability

REQUIREMENTS Bachelors' degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Business and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience. IS09001 and Six Sigma training preferred. MBA preferred.