General Manager

Company Overview:

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

 

Nikkiso Cryogenic Pumps & Expanders is one of the world’s foremost suppliers of submerged motor liquefied gas pumps. We offer unmatched reliability, quality and safety. As part of the Nikkiso Company global organization, our original technologies provide our customers with the confidence in knowing they are receiving the latest technology and the highest standards of engineering available.

We are located in North Las Vegas, Nevada and we offer a full range of submerged pumps for LNG, LPG, LEG, LN2, liquid propylene and many other liquefied gases. With design, production and test facilities in both the United States and Japan, sales offices in Las Vegas, Houston, London and Tokyo, Nikkiso offers prompt and full support for all of our customers worldwide.

Job Overview:

The General Manager, reporting to the President - Nikkiso Cryogenic Pumps Functional Unit, directs operations through a team of directors and functional managers. This role is responsible for running the day-to-day operations and employee interactions to run an effective manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring all departments meet their performance targets.
• Optimize the use of manpower, materials, and machines to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Promote a safe working environment and enforce safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by maintaining quality standards and meeting delivery timelines.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
• Provides leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training and development.
• Analyze and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Ensures compliance with company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on-time delivery.
• Determines operations head count needs and ensures compliance with company policies.
• Ensures compliance with company needs for capital investments and improvement projects.
• Support the professional growth and development of team members through regular training and performance evaluations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute business strategies.
• Contribute to long-term planning and organizational growth initiatives.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and results-driven work environment.

Qualifications:

• Problem solving/analysis
• Leadership and team management
• Operational excellence
• Strategic thinking
• Customer focus
• Analytical skills
• Financial acumen
• Compliance and safety orientation 

Education and Experience: 

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.
• 10 + years of manufacturing management experience; experience with rotating equipment manufacturing preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and relevant software applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

 Travel:

 

• Both domestic and international travel is required (less than 30%)

 Work Environment and Physical Demands

 

• Employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. may be required

 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.

 

The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

EEOC Statement:

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.