Lab Analyst - Specialty Gases

Airgas; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Early access to benefits (30 days)

Job summary

Airgas in Salt Lake City, UT is hiring a Lab Analyst for specialty gases. The role involves routine testing, quality control, labeling, and EPA-compliant documentation.

Strong focus on precision and cross-department collaboration to ensure safe, compliant product distribution. Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor's in Chemistry or related field and 3–5 years of lab experience; offers include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, tuition support, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex instructions such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information to co-workers and customers.
• Ability to coordinate efforts with multiple departments.
• Aptitude for high precision work.
• Basic knowledge of statistics and physical chemistry.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the Laboratory Analyst.
• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine production testing and quality control analysis of standard and specialty mixes.
• Assist in branch inspection/audit procedures and monthly inventories.
• Assist in scheduling, labeling and filling specialty mixes for stock and distribution.
• Document and maintain label control sheets and release labels in accordance with EPA regulations.
• Monitor quality compliance with EPA regulations and production manual requirements.
• Review production records and release products for distribution.
• Prepares gas analysis reports for customer distribution using PC based software.

Skills

Attention to detail

High precision work

Interdepartmental coordination

Effective communication

Reading & interpreting instructions

Statistics knowledge

Physical chemistry basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

R10103602 Lab Analyst - Specialty Gases (Open)

Location: Salt Lake City, UT - Filling industrial

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

At Airgas, 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 Specialty Gas Lab Analyst in Salt Lake City, UT!

We are looking for you!

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.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with an hour unpaid meal break.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine production testing and quality control analysis of standard and specialty mixes.
• Assist in branch inspection/audit procedures and monthly inventories.
• Assist in scheduling, labeling and filling specialty mixes for stock and distribution.
• Document and maintain label control sheets and release labels in accordance with EPA regulations.
• Monitor quality compliance with EPA regulations and production manual requirements.
• Review production records and release products for distribution.
• Prepares gas analysis reports for customer distribution using PC based software.

Required Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex instructions such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information to co-workers and customers.
• Ability to coordinate efforts with multiple departments.
• Aptitude for high precision work.
• Basic knowledge of statistics and physical chemistry.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the Laboratory Analyst.
• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or related field
• 3-5 years experience in laboratory analysis

Additional 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.

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a 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 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.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

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 us‑[e-mail].

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