Assistant Distribution Manager (CDL A w/Hazmat)

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• Pay: $65,000 to $70,000 per year (DOE)
• Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, Day Shift!
• Comprehensive Family Benefits:Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents:We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security:401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access:Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

At Airgas, the Distribution Manager is responsible for optimizing the safe, effective and efficient distribution of product and supporting and guiding the team of drivers within a territory. This includes delivery order management and shipment routing (inter-company shuttles, trailer, and bulk deliveries), fleet maintenance, record keeping and compliance and overall training and effectiveness of the team.

Ideally, you will also lead and harmonize the activities of CDL Drivers dedicated to transporting products by use of industrial trucks.

• Compliance & Documentation Maintain all required D.O.T. inspection reports and manifests, verify and release tickets, and any additional documentation needed in the support of branch drivers. Review and process daily all Department of Transportation (DOT) documentation; vehicle condition reports and drivers hours of service, route efficiency, and completion. Submit all required D.O.T. paperwork (hours of service logs, manifests, VIRs, etc.) and additional reports in an accurate and timely manner to the appropriate individuals.

• Operational Excellence Advance continuous improvement in daily distribution operations. Prepare load sheets, delivery tickets, and manifests and emphasize any key customer needs. Ensure loads are accurate and complete.

• Collaboration & Planning Foster alignment between distribution and sales. Plan delivery by organizing truck loads and routing schedules. Communicates goals to the team and coordinates responsibilities. Collaborate on or adjust work schedules and procedures to meet delivery schedules.

• A current TX CDL A, with Hazmat and Airbrakes certifications.

• An up-to-date Medical Examiner's certification, reflecting your commitment to safety and professional standards.

• A proven background in coordinating delivery logistics and a passion for guiding and supporting a professional driving team. We value the expertise you've built through your experience in the field and are looking for someone ready to advance our distribution excellence.

• Ideally, you bring solid experience in guiding and empowering teams within a distribution and logistics community. We are looking for a contributor who has a track record of fostering a positive team culture while ensuring operational excellence.

• Familiarity with the safe shipment of materials within DOT and FDA standards.

• A deep appreciation for and expertise in FMCSA and CDL/DOT safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of our team and the communities we serve.

• We are looking for a proactive and purpose-driven individual who thrives in a collaborative yet empowered environment. Ideally, you bring a methodical and reliable approach to your work, along with a commitment to excellence and precision in everything you do.

• Ideally, you bring a natural ability to build alignment and foster understanding with others, navigating both successes and shared challenges with a supportive approach. We are looking for someone who values and champions diverse perspectives and excels at establishing collaborative working relationships across all levels of the organization.

• A data-driven communicator who can translate complex metrics into actionable insights for everyone from internal stakeholders to external partners.

• As a strategic leader, you will mobilize resources and define clear action plans for yourself and your team. You'll be responsible for setting priorities, establishing project schedules, and building the tracking systems necessary to ensure every goal is met on time.

• A High School Diploma or GED provides the educational foundation required for this role. We value your commitment to learning and look forward to how you will apply your skills within our team.

• As a key contributor to our operations, we look forward to supporting you in securing necessary DISA and customer authorizations. Ideally, a current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is necessary to help you successfully partner with our team and clients from day one.

• At Airgas, your safety and well-being are our priority. In this role, you should be comfortable with the physical nature of the distribution environment, which includes regularly lifting up to 60 pounds and moving more than 125 pounds utilizing provided support tools and material handling equipment.

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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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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