Gas Cylinder Plant Operator — Safe Handling & Precise Mixing

Airgas, Inc.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays, vacation, sick time

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. in Ankeny, IA is hiring a Plant Operator to safely fill and handle gas products in our acetylene production line. You will work with liquid and high-pressure cylinders, follow Airgas procedures, and maintain accurate production records.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, OSHA safety compliance, and at least 1 year of related technical experience. Familiarity with SAP or ERP is a plus. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work safely with gas products.
• Minimum of 1 year of related technical experience; equivalent education considered.
• Familiarity with safety programs (OSHA) and Airgas procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and fill gas products into cylinders per procedures.
• Operate control panels, valves, pressure gauges, and scales for gas mixtures.
• Perform cylinder analyses and document results.
• Load/unload cylinders and operate forklift and pallet jack.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Basic math

Education

High school degree or GED

Tools

SAP

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Airgas, Inc. in Ankeny, IA is hiring a Plant Operator to safely fill and handle gas products in our acetylene production line. You will work with liquid and high-pressure cylinders, follow Airgas procedures, and maintain accurate production records.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, OSHA safety compliance, and at least 1 year of related technical experience. Familiarity with SAP or ERP is a plus. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.