AG-Operator, Production I

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

14‑week parental leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays, vacation, sick time

Job summary

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is hiring a Production Operator I in Spokane, WA. The role involves loading and unloading cylinders, moving materials, and supporting daily production flows in a safety‑mocused environment.

The shift runs 6:00am–2:30pm (later shift after training) with paid overtime opportunities. Base pay is $21.50 per hour in Washington, with a comprehensive benefits package and 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cylinders from inbound/outbound vehicles and assist with movement as directed.
• Stage cylinders in designated areas for filling and transfer cylinders to storage as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Overtime readiness

Safety PPE

Noise/ Hazards awareness

Outdoor work

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

R10103799 AG-Operator, Production I (Open) Location: Spokane, WA - Trent Ave - Retail Shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Production Operator I in Spokane, WA! We are looking for you!

Shift and Pay

• Shift: 6:00am to 2:30pm (1:00 pm- 10:00 pm after training)
• Pay: $21.50 hour plus pay for performance

Benefits

• 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 a 14-week paid child birth benefit 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.
• Hourly base pay range for this position in Washington is $21.50/hr.
• 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.

The production operator contributes to loading and unloading cylinders from inbound and outbound vehicles including company owned and common carriers. Assists with movement of all cylinders as directed by the team and leadership. Contributes to adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you build alignment and positive relationships with vendors, co-workers, and leadership. Stages cylinders in designated areas of the production plant for filling. These areas will be designated by production personnel and shall be areas that ensure the least amount of handling. Loads and unloads our fleet of company vehicles daily. Spot trucks and trailers within a designated area on company property. Transfers cylinders to and from ground storage as needed. Assists production personnel in removing full cylinders from the fill area. Reports all cylinder shortages to leadership. Inspects all cylinders for general condition, reports all discrepancies to leadership. Operates a forklift and other equipment as needed to support material flow. Maintains equipment and communicates requests to Plant Manager in writing. Contributes to cleaning and maintaining the assigned area. Regular and predictable attendance is a core part of our team's success in this position. Airgas associates are expected to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance. All employees are expected to support the team with various tasks that fall within the qualifications but not specifically described.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet the production schedules.
• Must be able to work in a drug-free workplace.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.
• May be exposed to noise or vibrations, hazards, potential explosives, burns electrical or other fumes, mist, dust, odors or gas.
• Will be around moving machinery and equipment on uneven ground with varying conditions and layouts.
• Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 110 degrees.
• Ability to perform very heavy work, routinely lift, push, pull, carry 50+ pounds and occasionally lift76 to greater than 100 pounds.
• May occasionally stoop, bend, couch, crawl, twist, kneel or squat up to 33% of the day.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to operate forklift in a safe manner and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.

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.

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 [e-mail].