Industrial Production Technician – Growth & Safety

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Paid parental leave

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Airgas is hiring a Production Technician Level 1 in Pixley, California to operate and maintain air separation, vacuum swing absorption, and CO2 processing equipment. The role supports startups, training, and leave coverage while upholding safety standards.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, willingness to work 4x10 shifts, nights/weekends, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical Associates degree preferred; 3+ years of technical training or operations experience.
• Ability to work extended hours/shift work as business needs dictate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and possibly holidays to meet shift/on-call requirements.
• Ability to be locked in at site for abnormal weather conditions.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge/understanding of instrumentation, rotating equipment and piping systems.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants (EPA, FDA, state/local).
• Ability to use computers—Google Office software.
• Teamwork and self-motivation.
• Good verbal/written communication with management and customers.
• Forklift, man lift and overhead crane operation preferred.
• Highly organized with multitasking ability.
• Must wear PPE including hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes, 4-GAS monitor, FRC clothing.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, work at heights.
• Able to work in non-conditioned environments and confined spaces.
• One-man night/weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control equipment in air separation, VAC Swing, and CO2 plants.
• Maintain plant equipment and safety records; support startups and leave coverage.
• Follow SOPs, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Associates degree

Tools

Google office software

Job description

Airgas is hiring a Production Technician Level 1 in Pixley, California to operate and maintain air separation, vacuum swing absorption, and CO2 processing equipment. The role supports startups, training, and leave coverage while upholding safety standards.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, willingness to work 4x10 shifts, nights/weekends, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition