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Operational Technology Manager

Airgas, Inc.
parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
May 13, 2026
R10090379 Operational Technology Manager (Open)

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Radnor, PA (Airgas HO) - Management - AMG-CorpHouston, TX (HO) - Management - AMG-Production How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? The Manager of Operational Technology provides the leadership and vision to ensure reliable Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure and cybersecurity are deployed across production facilities. This role acts as the principal Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the OT technical domain, supporting the implementation of technologies in alignment with Group programs and strategies as well as local Airgas Merchant Gases initiatives. The Manager will oversee the support, upgrade, and implementation of solutions such as network segmentation, network design, virtualization, asset management, secure remote access, antivirus, backup/restore, patch management, and plant historians. The manager will also coordinate governance and compliance activities with global and local teams. The manager will support Airgas Merchant Gases Primary Production site staff and National Support staff with resolution of Operational Technology issues. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Operational Technology Manager - Radnor, PA! We are looking for you !
  • Hybrid Schedule

  • Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

  • Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.

  • Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

  • Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Recruiter: Deondre Taylor | Deondre.Taylor@Airliquide.com| (302) 277-2429

  • Serve as program leader and subject matter expert (SME) for the OT Cybersecurity program including OT Cybersecurity strategic initiatives, virtualization program, network infrastructure improvements Enterprise Historian (PI) program.

  • Act as the OT Cybersecurity Protection Coordinator (OPC) and ensure compliance with Group Policies on OT Digital Security.

  • Manage Airgas Merchant Gases Local OT Protection Coordinators (LOPCs)

  • Define Airgas Merchant Gases production plant OT architecture and standards to ensure compliance with Group and Hub Standards.

  • Maintain safety, reliability and regulatory compliance with highest priority

  • Work with field personnel, controls, IT and contractors to ensure that the current OT solutions are functioning correctly and provide technical support by troubleshooting problems relating to OT systems.

  • Develop, test, implement, and maintain operational technologies solutions in collaboration with controls, site and IT teams as needed

  • Define standard builds for controls system hardware and software, including virtualization solutions

  • Maintain process data historian (OSISoft PI), updating the process historian with new points as site projects are completed, monitoring health, maintaining communications to control systems and investigating/resolving issues as needed. Act as the primary point of contact for troubleshooting data collection issues.

  • Monitor control system vendor information for approved patches and updates and plan upgrades with controls and site teams. Maintain antivirus solution operation and upgrades as required

  • Implement modifications to OT solutions to comply with global process, Airgas / Air Liquide Group Standards, equipment and safety standards.

  • Manage new local OT projects to integrate new OT technology to improve the overall efficiency and reliability of operations by working with IT, Controls and plant site teams.

  • Train personnel regarding OT topics

  • Train production supervisors, plant engineers, remote operations support staff. to use OT solutions, understand new cyber security requirements as required

  • Follow Management of Change, Process Hazard Analysis, cybersecurity policies, OT best practices and other required processes maintain/update equipment configurations as needed

________________________ Are you a MATCH? Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer, chemical, electrical, or mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
  • 10 years experience with computer systems concepts, including cyber security, computer networking, operating systems, network security, system administration, database management, and software programming

  • 3 or more years experience working with Operational Technology systems such as PLC/DCS, networking equipment etc. Experience with Allen Bradley, Delta V, Modicon, Wonderware, Siemens, OSISoft PI would be a plus

  • Commitment to safety

  • Excellent team player

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work across multiple projects and sites

  • Ability to function in a highly decentralized team environment

  • Ability to understand and manage internal customer expectations

  • Ability to quickly learn new processes and technologies such as air separation plants, CO2 plants, and vacuum swing adsorption units and new controls systems technologies

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proficient or able to quickly learn MS Office products and GSuite (Google) Products

  • Ability to analyze data and develop solutions

  • Ability to analyze technical problems, evaluate alternatives and identify the optimum solution

  • Flexible to support operations with 24/7 availability for problem resolution

  • This is a hands-on position requiring overnight travel to Airgas operating facilities

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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