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Plaquemine Operations Manager

Air Liquide
Plaquemine, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Jul 2026

About the role

R10096869 Plaquemine Operations Manager (Open)

Location

Plaquemine, LA - 57805 Evergreen Rd - ASU

Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination. We are constantly optimizing our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies allowing Air Liquide to adjust supply needs more quickly and effectively enabling growth to our customers.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

The Plaquemine ASU Operations Manager will operates the facility in compliance with all governmental regulations and Air Liquide policies.

At Air Liquide we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

We are looking for you!

Comprehensive Family Benefits: Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
Early Access: Your benefits start on the first day of employment.
 

Job Responsibilities :

  • Works to achieve "Zero Accidents" by taking a strong leadership role in safety Meets or exceeds company safety standards; maintains Life Critical system

  • Keeps hazard analysis current; has knowledge of possible hazards and safeguards

  • Strictly adheres to Management of Change procedure 

  • Maintains all necessary licenses/permits; meets 100% environmental compliance

  • Reports and investigates all incidents; ensures corrective actions are completed and drives continuous improvement 

  • Actively participates in start ups and is able to act as a qualified operator when needed

  • Develops, implements, and improves standard operating procedures in operations and maintenance 

  • Leads by example and Effectively Communicates to Plant Personnel and Support Groups

  • Works effectively with maintenance personnel to execute/improve predictive and preventive maintenance programs 

  • Consistently achieves availability and reliability targets for the plant 

  • Identifies and drives efficiency improvements in operational and organizational systems

  • Maintains high housekeeping standards to exemplify/improve company image

  • Tracks key performance indicators; takes corrective action as needed 

  • Owns and maintains accurate key operating documents 

  • Identifies and implements opportunities to reduce costs within delegated authorization

  • Develops and manages plant budgets to meet financial targets for the business and plant

  • Ensures that performance evaluations, hiring, and promotions are performed and free of discrimination 

  • Insists on adherence to administrative and operational policies and procedures

  • Provides training and coaching for individual development 

  • Verifies that all operations personnel have completed their annual training plan

  • Team player that can effectively work within the Air Liquide organization

  • Fosters positive customer relationships; proactive in resolving customer concerns

  • Assists Plant and Maintenance Managers as needed  

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Are you a MATCH?

Job Requirements:

  • Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree required OR high school diploma required and equivalent related operations experience required in lieu of a degree, AND 5+ years technical knowledge and/or applicable work experience & understanding of plant process; production management and plant engineering in industrial gas or chemical processes 
  • Candidates must have valid employment authorization

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Company

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