Operator - Production II

Airgas; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Matching

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Airgas in Oakland, CA is seeking an Operator - Production II to safely manage filling gas products into cylinders and oversee related warehouse tasks. The role requires operating forklifts, monitoring equipment, and adhering to DOT, FDA, OSHA standards.

The position offers $25-$27/hour, plus a pay-for-performance bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid time off. HS diploma and 1 year of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of prior experience in related manufacturing operation; filling or loading experience preferred
• Strong background in gas, welding, and safety supply industry or chemical industry preferred
• Ability to complete training and achieve certifications for filling all cryogenic liquids and pure industrial gases.
• Ability to complete FDA, Food Grade, and CGMP Training and achieve certifications
• Must be able to operate forklift and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.

Responsibilities

• Support various operations in the plant, including monitoring equipment to fill industrial gas mixes, cryogenic gases, and medical gas products.
• Inspect cylinders prior to filling, following government, Airgas, and distributor standards.
• Conduct safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests and cap/valve checks.
• Evaluate products for purity and correct mixtures.
• Manage care of high-pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders.
• Prepare high-pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling.
• Attach to the manifold and ensure removal of contaminants.
• Fill cylinders by pressure and weight per regulations and standards.
• Assist with loading/unloading of cylinders on/off pallets and trailers.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain records to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards; complete QC sheets.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

MSDS reading

Attention to detail

Gas handling

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

R10098513 Operator - Production II (Open)

Location:

Oakland, CA - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

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.

The Production Operator II contributes to safely managing the care of and filling gas products into liquid, medical, and high-pressure gas cylinders in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations and meeting the standard operating procedures of Airgas. Other duties include warehouse, shipping and receiving.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Operator - Production II in Oakland, CA!

We are looking for you!

Pay: $25-$27/hr. + Pay for Performance Bonus
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 up to 14-week paid child birth benefits 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

Job Responsibilities:

• Supporting various operations in the plant, including monitoring equipment to fill industrial gas mixes, cryogenic gases, and medical gas products, and contributing to both level 1 & 2 activities.
• Inspects cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures as required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards.
• Conducts a variety of safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests and checking caps and valves.
• Evaluates products for purity and correct mixtures.
• Manages the care of high-pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders.
• Prepares high-pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling.
• Attaches to the manifold and ensures the removal of all possible contaminants.
• Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards.
• Assists with the loading and unloading of cylinders on and off pallets and tractor trailers.
• Operates a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintains accurate records to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards. Completes quality control sheets as required.
• Is knowledgeable of safety protocols regarding various gases, sizes, and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.
• Accurately labels cylinders.
• Alignment with all government and company standards for safely handling hazardous materials/cylinder gases.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and orderly plant appearance.
• All employees are encouraged to support any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.
• Shipping and receiving
• All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within
  the qualifications but not specifically described.

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Are you a MATCH?

To perform this position successfully, an associate must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable associates with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Education:

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required Length & Type of Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of prior experience in related manufacturing operation; filling or loading experience preferred
• Strong background in gas, welding, and safety supply industry or chemical industry preferred
• Ability to complete training and achieve certifications for filling all cryogenic liquids and pure industrial gases.
• Ability to complete FDA, Food Grade, and CGMP Training and achieve certifications
• Must be able to operate forklift and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA’s):

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.
• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong level of attention to detail.
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 [e-mail].

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