We are seeking an entry level Facility Manager to lead operations at Linde’s Bulk Liquid CO₂ plant in Pekin, IL. This is a front-line leadership role responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and profitable operations while driving reliability, efficiency, and team development.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep technical knowledge of industrial gases operations, proven management experience, and a passion for safety and operational excellence. Accessibility during off-hours (via laptop and cell phone) is required. Travel up to 10% annually.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safe & profitable operations Ensure the facility runs efficiently, reliably, and in compliance with all safety and regulatory standards.
• Process optimization Monitor and adjust plant processes to maximize capacity, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Financial accountability Achieve fixed and variable cost targets; deliver annual productivity savings through cost reduction and Six Sigma projects.
• Team leadership Directly manage a small team of operations technicians and professional drivers; recruit, train, and develop employees.
• Regulatory compliance Maintain adherence to OSHA PSM/RMP, DOT, FDA, HPFBI, DEC, EPA, and other applicable requirements.
• Customer & supplier relations Build strong relationships to meet contractual obligations and ensure service reliability.
• Maintenance strategy Develop and execute short- and long-term maintenance plans to sustain reliable, cost-effective operations.
• Capital projects Manage site portfolio of capital and expense projects, engaging engineering resources as needed.
• Quality assurance Oversee facility QA programs and support customer and corporate audits.
• Documentation & change management Maintain accurate records of equipment and process changes (MOC, Variance, MVF, QA).
• Crisis response React urgently to plant issues, mobilizing resources to minimize impact on customers and business.
• Cross-site support Provide periodic operational, training, and maintenance support to other Bulk CO2 facilities within the business region.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering OR 5+ years of technical operations & management experience.
• Minimum 3 years of operations and leadership experience in industrial or chemical plant environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, make informed decisions, and adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across departments.
• Results-driven self-starter with proven ability to execute projects and tactical initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of screw compressor maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance for rotating equipment, motors, electrical distribution equipment, valves, transmitters, and instrumentation.
• Experience managing professional drivers
• Project management

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

Culture:

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com

Salary:

Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $90k - $132k.

Benefits:

Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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