Plant Operator

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. Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 associates globally.

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.

The Plant Operator will examine, test, fill and weigh compressed and liquefied gas cylinders in accordance with company policies and procedures, and local, state and federal regulations.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

• Operate and safely maintain equipment for pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders.

• Perform all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections and tests before cylinders are released.

• Ensure cylinders are adequately maintained - cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are removed from service until corrected.

• Regularly inspect and maintain pumping apparatus and associated pressure gauges and monitoring devices.

• Fill cylinders or containers to proper pressure or weight, whichever is appropriate.

• Ensure cylinder filling records are accurately maintained and that all required procedures are followed in order to comply with local, state and federal regulations.

• Conduct periodic plant checks for safe and efficient operation.

• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

• Maintain neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.

• Perform mathematical calculations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Handle high-pressure and liquid cylinders, and filled cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards

• Analyze products for purity and correct mixtures, and maintain knowledge of hazards of various gases; size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color- coding of tanks Inspected cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures as required by government and distributor standards.

• Prepare high pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling: Attached to manifold, evacuated cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants

• Conduct a variety of safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests, checking caps and valves

• Manage paperwork to DOT, FDA, OSHA

• Accurately labeled cylinders and completed quality control sheets as required

• Complied with all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of hazardous materials / cylinder gases. Operated a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

• Maintained neat, clean and orderly plant appearance

• Assist with loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers when required.

• Assist with inventory, general housekeeping, and help with customers when necessary.

• If qualified, perform backup duties as a Driver when necessary.

• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• 0 - 1 year of operations or production experience, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment

• Forklift certified / possess valid forklift operators license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to routinely lift 25 - 60 lbs.

• Ability to perform work during prolonged standing up to 8 hours; frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion also required.

• Ability to perform functions during occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling and finger activities.

• Ability to read and comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

• Must be able to work occasional overtime, if necessary.

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and background.

• Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from 30 to 110 degrees.

• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

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

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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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