Job Description

A global leader in industrial gases is seeking a seasoned Area Manager of Operations to oversee CO₂ production across multiple sites. This is a high-visibility leadership role with full ownership of operational safety, reliability, and performance in a multi-site CO₂ network.

Key Focus:

Our client is seeking a candidate with a robust safety background, ideally with experience in PSM regulated facilities , who can serve as the go-to expert for all CO₂-related operations, questions, and escalations on the West Coast.

Role Summary:

The Area Operations Manager will drive strategic and technical leadership in CO₂ production, with primary responsibility for process safety, compliance, reliability, and site performance. You will be the company’s central point of contact for all CO₂ production issues in the region, managing cross-functional teams and overseeing process improvements, risk mitigation, and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own CO₂ operational performance across multiple production sites, ensuring uptime, efficiency, and safety.
• Lead all preventive and corrective maintenance planning , with a strong emphasis on process safety compliance .
• Serve as the subject matter expert for CO₂ operations in the Western region, supporting frontline teams, site managers, and senior leadership.
• Conduct and lead process safety audits, risk assessments , and incident investigations.
• Manage and optimize Engineering Management of Change (EMOC) procedures to align with regulatory and internal standards.
• Build and maintain robust training and certification programs for operators and site leaders.

Candidate Profile:

• Engineering degree (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
• Candidates coming directly from refinery & petrochemical backgrounds have strong preference
• Strong background in process safety , preferably in PSM-covered operations .
• Deep understanding of CO₂ production and distribution systems.
• Demonstrated success in multi-site operations management , team leadership, and compliance oversight.

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