Filling Plant Operator

Air Liquide Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated filling plant operator to ensure the safe and efficient filling of medical and industrial gas cylinders. In this role, you will be responsible for quality control, compliance with safety standards, and the operation of filling equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. This role offers a stimulating experience with opportunities for learning and development in a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join a company that values innovation and teamwork while contributing to essential services in healthcare and industry.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in the industrial sector is required.
• Knowledge of compressed gases and GMP is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for filling and handling high pressure cylinders safely.
• Perform quality tests and maintain efficiency standards.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The filling plant operator will be responsible for the filling and movement of cylinders of Medical and Industrial gases and also on the quality control based on the GMP (Good Manufacturing Process).

1. Preparing empty cylinders for filling
2. Filling and handling high pressure cylinders while following Air Liquide's safety requirements
3. Responsible for quality and safety control
4. Administration and ongoing process involvement
5. Prepare, inspect, set up, monitor and operate filling equipment
6. Communicate with maintenance and management on issues concerning cylinders
7. Comply with all safety rules and standard safety practices
8. Keep workstation area and housekeeping at company standards
9. Maintain and improve efficiency standards through teamwork
10. Produce quality product in the required time frame
11. Perform quality test to check fill weights, proper labeling and coding
12. Perform proper cleaning of product tanks
13. Ability to perform tasks in other areas if needed
14. Ability to lift and/or roll cylinders as necessary
15. Operating material handling equipment including forklifts
16. Shipping of cylinders in accordance to TDG regulations
17. Assembling pallets and loading/unloading trucks

Are you a MATCH?

1. Minimum 1-2 years experience in the industrial sector
2. Education: high school diploma; must qualify on Medical filling process and GMP
3. Knowledge of compressed gases is an asset
4. Good written and oral communication skills
5. Forklift experience is an asset
6. Must be physically fit, have an excellent work ethic and be a quick learner

ESSENTIALS - Be Act Engage

1. Promoting and Achieving Safety
2. Committing to AL’s Performance and Responsibility
3. Innovative Thinking
4. Anticipating and Dealing with Changing Environment
5. Solution focused
6. Communicating with Impact
7. Managing Personal Efficiency and Competing Priorities

OTHER COMPETENCIES

1. Problem-Solving: self-motivated, goal-oriented and strong problem-solving skills are a MUST; strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability.
2. Technical ability: Basic computer skills and ability to use computer programs; ability to visually observe the operations of the equipment and physically address problems and/or clear machines.
3. Team player: Must have interpersonal skills to work in a positive manner in a team atmosphere.
4. Ability to follow detailed instructions & be able to record progress, procedures, steps as completed.
5. Must be able to perform product changeovers, minor operational troubleshooting and adjustments to equipment as needed.
6. Must have ability to complete required safety training
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort working within a team-centered environment.
8. Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be flexible in working hours. Afternoons and/or evening shifts required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must be physically fit
2. Ability to lift and/or roll cylinders as necessary
3. They will be tested for: Audiometric Screen, Breath Alcohol, Urine Express Panel 5, 35LB Fitness-to-Work, and Vision Test.

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive 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 background. 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.

A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health.

Through the passion and diversity of its people, Air Liquide leverages energy and environment transition, changes in healthcare and digitization, and delivers greater value to all its stakeholders.

Join us for a stimulating experience: you’ll find a world of learning and development opportunities where inventiveness is at the heart of what we do, in an open, collaborative and respectful environment.

Discover what your professional journey at Air Liquide could be here!