American Welding & Gas is seeking a dynamic Branch Manager / Driver to oversee operations, sales, and delivery at our Menomonee Falls branch. This position involves 50% driving and delivering, with management responsibilities for sales, warehouse, distribution, and production, including P&L oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead safety initiatives and enforce safety protocols.
• Ensure cost-effective and timely customer deliveries.
• Provide excellent customer service at the counter, by phone, and during deliveries.
• Manage sales, margins, and expenses to improve branch performance.
• Coordinate with other branches to resolve issues and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate sales-related paperwork and financial records.
• Supervise and develop branch personnel, providing training, feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Stock and display merchandise attractively; maintain a clean store environment.
• Review monthly financials and make adjustments to improve performance.
• Drive profitable sales growth and manage branch operations efficiently.
• Other duties as assigned.

Driver-Specific Duties:

• Provide cylinder and bulk deliveries, loading/unloading trucks.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintain cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations (Hazmat, OSHA, DOT).
• Maintain accurate delivery logs and paperwork.
• Occasionally perform overnight trips.

Qualifications:

• Branch Manager:
  
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Previous management experience.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and handle pressure.
• Driver:
  
  • CDL Class B with Hazmat & Tanker endorsements.
  • Clean driving record (3+ years).
  • Ability to lift 75-100 pounds.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Incentives:

• Competitive pay with performance incentives.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits (no waiting period).
• Company-paid life insurance, disability, and 401(k) match.
• Paid holidays and PTO.

About Us:

American Welding & Gas (AWG) is an employee owned company, which manufactures and distributes industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases. AWG is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with over 100 branch locations, 20 plus gas fill plants in 30 states, stretching from Montana to Florida. As one of the largest independent gas and welding supply distributors, AWG has the expertise, assets and sources of supply necessary to service large, bulk cryogenic gas customers as well as small one man businesses. American Welding & Gas is growing rapidly and looking for top talent to move us forward.

American Welding & Gas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.