Cylinder Tester

Cee Kay Supply; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee and Family owned

Open-book management

Training and development

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gateway Cylinder Technologies in Highland, IL is seeking a Cylinder Tester to inspect and certify high‑pressure cylinders in accordance with DOT standards for recertification and refurbishment. You will identify, sort, and inspect cylinders using hand and power tools to support safe refilling and compliance.

This role requires safety awareness, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently or with a team on multiple projects. Schedule is Monday-Thursday, 6am-4:30pm.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to operate and use warehouse equipment and machines.
• Proficient in computer usage and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Identify, sort and inspect cylinders per DOT standards.
• Follow all Safety Rules and Guidelines.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Comply with DOT regulations for cylinder recertification and refurbishment.
• Perform tasks with prolonged standing and lifting up to 75 lbs.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Detail-oriented

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

General warehouse equipment

Computer usage

Job description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

As a Cylinder Tester, this position is responsible for identifying, sorting, and inspecting cylinders of all types and sizes utilizing hand and power tools to perform detailed inspections in accordance with the DOT regulations regarding recertification and refurbishment of gas cylinders. This position is located in our Highland, IL facility at Gateway Cylinder Technologies, a subsidiary of Cee Kay Supply, Inc.

Please note: schedule is Monday-Thursday, 6am-4:30pm

SUCCESS ESSENTIALS:

The successful candidate for this role is safety-conscious, detail-oriented, reliable, and responsible. Employees in this role are responsible for certifying high pressure cylinders are safe for refilling. This work impacts a wide breadth of industries, communities, and individuals.

CK SUPPLY CORE VALUES:

Please read slowly these are non-negotiables! We hire, review, reward, discipline, and if necessary, terminate based on these Core Values.

• Driven - Hardworking, Dedicated, Dependable, Desire to be the Best
• Passionate - Positive Attitude, Appearance, Pride, Love What We Do
• People-Oriented - Honest, Respectful, Trust-Worthy, Integrity
• Solutions-Focused - Knowledgeable, Creative, Problem-Solvers

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, sort and inspect cylinders in accordance with established company and DOT standards
• Follow all Safety Rules and Guidelines
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment
• Comply with all DOT regulations pertaining to cylinder recertification and refurbishment
• Perform work during prolonged standing up to 10 hours or more per shift
• Routinely lift 25-50 pounds and occasionally lift 50 to greater than 75 pounds
• Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Vision correctable to within normal range for reading, analyzing/preparing reports
• Self-starter who is able to work independently while also working with the team to meet and exceed shared goals
• Follow and enforce all safety guidelines and requirements including proper personal protective equipment for employees and visitors
• Adhere to the CK Core Values through behavior and words
• Other duties, as assigned, within the job classification and business

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate and use equipment and machines
• Proficient in computer usage

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Must be able to communicate and in writing with the rest of the production team.
• Must be able to hear safety alarms and alerts to ensure safety of coworkers.
• Must be able to do simple math, including counting accurately to complete all necessary documentation
• Must be able to lift or move products up to 75 pounds at a time.
• Visual acuity as needed to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The following is a list of some of the conditions an employee may incur while working in this position. This list is not all-inclusive.

• All seasons of outdoor weather conditions
• Noisy, loud conditions, that at times will require PPE.
• Transport and transfer hazardous materials

REQUIRED SAFETY EQUIPMENT

All proper safety equipment must be worn according to company policies and regulations including safety glasses, safety boots, and ear protection.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE

Gateway Cylinder Technologies, a subsidiary of CK Supply, is located in Highland, IL and incorporates the highest levels of technology currently available to process high pressure steel and aluminum, low pressure steel and acetylene cylinders. Our goal is to be the premier cylinder recertification and refurbishment facility in the Midwest. Through the combined efforts of our founders, good management, our employees, and our customers, we believe this is an achievable goal.

Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, CK Supply Inc. has been the definitive source for metalworking and gas related technologies for over 75 years. As the largest independent distributor of welding and gas products in Missouri and downstate Illinois, we distribute a full line of industrial welding and gas related equipment focusing on product quality, best in class service and family values.

CK is growth minded, looking to be the dominate distributor of gas and welding supplies in the Midwest by doubling in size within the next ten years! With this growth will come new opportunities, with a promote-from-within culture leading the way.

Our mission is to provide CK employee-owners with a safe work environment that is challenging, productive, fun and rewarding.

• Competitive salary
• Employee and Family owned
• Open-book management
• Company focused on developing employees through training
• Strong brand and reputation in the market
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, & Life Insurance
• HSA Account with Company Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Retirement Plan
• 401(K) with company match
• Paid Time Off

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Cee Kay Supply, Inc. and any subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE).