Operations Trainee: Plant & Safety Leader in Training

UEC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Short-term and long-term disability

AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pre-tax commuter transportation

Parental leave, vacation, sick time,浮动

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement and discounted t

Airgas Scholarship Program for depend­

Job summary

UEC in Columbus, OH is seeking a hands-on Operations trainee to learn the cylinder gas business and support plant operations, safety, and distribution. The role emphasizes training, compliance, and process improvement across warehousing, testing, and maintenance functions.

You will participate in a comprehensive program, coordinate with Production and Distribution managers, and contribute to budgets, safety training, and employee development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Engineering.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and accuracy.
• Good time management and organization; multitaskability and independence.
• Desire to build a career in operations and supply chain leadership.
• Willingness to work onsite.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive training program to gain working knowledge of the industry, customers, and organization.
• Operate and safely maintain plant operations and distribution for cylinder packaged gases, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Facilitate and guide safety meetings.
• Coordinate testing and maintenance needs with Production and Distribution managers.
• Manage cylinder warehousing and maintain quality control and required records (DOT, FDA, EPA, Airgas).
• Organize training for cylinder testers and maintenance personnel.
• Develop plans for an effective preventative maintenance program for testing and maintenance equipment.
• Establish tracking systems for cylinders received and shipped to other locations.
• Prepare budgets for staffing, equipment, and facility improvements.
• Maintain a safe and clean workplace.
• Investigate and report all injuries and accidents within 24 hours.
• Ensure consistent practice of safety rules and regular scheduling, conducting, and documentation of safety training.
• Provide coaching and guidance to support employee development and performance alignment.
• Address and resolve employee complaints, safety concerns, and grievances thoughtfully.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Career development

Onsite work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Supply Chain

Engineering

Logistics

Job description

UEC in Columbus, OH is seeking a hands-on Operations trainee to learn the cylinder gas business and support plant operations, safety, and distribution. The role emphasizes training, compliance, and process improvement across warehousing, testing, and maintenance functions.

You will participate in a comprehensive program, coordinate with Production and Distribution managers, and contribute to budgets, safety training, and employee development.