Plant Operator

Airgas; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision plans

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pre-tax commuter transportation

Parental leave

Vacation

Sick time

Floating holidays

Jury duty and bereavement leave

Paid holidays for full-time employees

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted college tuition for depend-

Airgas Scholarship Program

Job summary

Airgas in Durham, NC is hiring a Plant Operator for the 1st shift (6am–2:30pm) to ensure a steady supply of industrial gases. You will operate and care for compressors, pumps, filling stations, and forklifts, while keeping safety at the core and recording production activities.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and prior plant operations experience; forklift familiarity is a plus. Airgas offers extensive benefits and a clear path for growth in a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior plant operations or industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Industrial gas experience a plus.
• Ability to operate forklift safely.

Responsibilities

• Care for and operate equipment in the production facility to support gas supply.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance to keep equipment in good condition.
• Safely move cylinders and materials, including forklift operations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, cylinder tracking, and production activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and participate in team safety initiatives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety oriented

Equipment maintenance

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in industrial operations

Job description

R10102275 Plant Operator (Open)

Location: Durham, NC - Filling industrial

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.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR & VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Operator in Durham, NC!

We are looking for you!

• 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.
• Work Schedule - Monday - Friday 1st Shift 6am -2:30pm
• 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 Duties:

• Care for and steward equipment within our production facility, including compressors, pumps, filling stations, and forklifts, to support a steady supply of industrial gases.
• Engage in routine inspections and maintenance contributions to keep equipment in excellent condition, noticing and building alignment on any needs promptly to help the team succeed.
• Safely support the flow and transport of cylinders, including filling and quality checks, prioritizing the well-being of the team and following safety guidelines.
• Ideally, you bring experience operating equipment like a forklift to move materials and products within the facility safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to accurate and helpful records of equipment maintenance, cylinder tracking, and production activities to foster team transparency.
• Maintain a commitment to all safety protocols and procedures to foster a secure and supportive work environment for everyone.
• Participate in collaborative team meetings and safety initiatives to pioneer new ways of working together effectively.
  

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants should be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred.
• Technical certification in industrial operations is a plus.
• Industrial Gas Experience.

• Excellent attention to detail and thoughtful organizational skills.
• A shared commitment to safety and following the protocols that keep our whole team secure.
• Comfort with operating a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Flexibility to work shifts and occasional extra hours when needed to support your teammates.

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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
• 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
• paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees

• 401k plan with company matching funds
• tuition reimbursement
• discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents
• 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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