General Manager - Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso Cryoquip is a leading manufacturer of heat exchangers, liquefiers, and vaporizers for the LNG and industrial gases industry. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, and well stimulation.

Summary/Objective

As a result of Nikkiso Clean Energy and Industrial Gases (Nikkiso CEIG) growth and in order to have dedicated focus in our consolidated California production operation, the Nikkiso CEIG group has decided, in conjunction with the Chairman of Cryoquip (CQP), to implement an operation structure in charge for all operational aspects in our Murrieta manufacturing location for the Clean Energy and Industrial Gases Production Company (CQP). This unit is looking for a General Manager who will lead the operational activities of Nikkiso CEIG Inland Empire operations.

The General Manager for Cryoquip based in Murrieta, California, is part of a matrix organization structure, and functionally reporting equally to all participating Functional Units (Cryogenic Process system, Integrated Solution, and Cryogenic Heat Exchanger System) on an equal basis.

Administratively the GM will report to the President of Cryogenic Heat Exchanger Systems Functional Unit, who has been defined on behalf of Nikkiso CEIG group as the chairman of this operation.

The position ensures increasing levels of customer and employee satisfaction while improving the efficiency of manpower, materials and machines and will have its dedicated operational structure.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and service activities including personnel, quality, safety, cost, on-time delivery, customer satisfaction, planning, and business controls.
• Plans and organizes daily activities related to production and operations.
• Responsible for P+L, budget, and achievement of established financials and performance targets.
• Provides site leadership through effective communication, coaching, and accountability.
• Ensures continuous improvement and swift problem resolution in an open, fair, and unselfish manner.
• Manages material requirements to increase inventory turnover and reduce stock/inventory levels on hand.
• Implementation of systems and structure for continuous 2C5+ cost cutting measures, an initiative to cut costs by 5% every 2 years.
• Utilize the ERP system and optimize the system to provide KPI’s and metrics for operational management and improvement. Support the implementation of group wide role out of new ERP system.
• Determines labor needs to meet production goals and responsible for appropriate staffing levels for each functional unit at the facility.
• Ensures compliance with state & federal regulations and Nikkiso CEIG policies.
• Identifies and secures capital investments needed for growth and improvement projects following CEIG investment application format.
• Manage the engineering function of the Cryoquip Murrieta business, ensures compliance with standards and developing standard drawings and specifications for the business.
• Works cooperatively in a matrix structure with the local Nikkiso CEIG VP’s/GM’s as applicable.
• Collaborates with related managers at other group manufacturing facilities (CUK, MAY, CQH, NCI, MEL, etc.)
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Cooperates with other Nikkiso CEIG Group General managers to follow the group Mission and Vision

Competencies

• Excellent managerial and supervisory skills
• Extensive knowledge of operations and production management
• Ability to interpret and work with financial data as needed to set and improve production goals and P+L outcome
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong ability to problem solve and analyze situations
• Proven leadership experience
• Orientated to a teamwork mindset, and experience working with different personality types
• Excellent project management experience with a history of results
• Proficient communication skills, verbally and electronically
• Experience with performance management
• Technical capacity with related equipment and manufacturing processes

Supervisory Responsibility

This position manages all employees assigned within the Cryoquip Murrieta operations and is responsible for leadership of those employees and shared resources. The role directs operations through a team of functional managers, engineers, and team leaders.

Work Environment

This job operates in both a professional office and an industrial manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, filing cabinets, etc… as well as exposure to small to large scale manufacturing equipment within the facility. The role will not be expected to operate manufacturing machinery.

Physical Demands

The employee must be able to sit, stand, or work at the computer for prolonged periods. The position supports operations in the manufacturing facility, which requires being on the shop floor for extended periods of time. Safety equipment must be utilized as specified to enter production areas. May be subject to hot and cold environments, loud noise, and typical manufacturing exposures.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, and reach with hands and arms.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 10 years of management experience, including manufacturing and engineering
• Experience with pressure vessels, heat exchangers, rotating equipment manufacturing for IG and/or LNG industry preferred

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Salary: $118,605 - $238,744 per Year

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