Plant Operator

Airgas, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus

Monthly Plant Incentive

Comprehensive Family Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. is hiring a Plant Operator in Kingsport, TN. The role involves caring for equipment in our production facility and ensuring the safe transport of industrial gases. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be 18 years of age or older.

The position offers competitive pay, a referral bonus, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Join a team dedicated to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience in plant operations or related field is preferred.
• Technical certification in industrial operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Care for equipment in the production facility.
• Engage in inspections and maintenance.
• Safely transport and fill gas cylinders.
• Operate forklift to move materials.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and production.
• Commit to safety protocols.
• Participate in team meetings and initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Forklift operation

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

R10093860 Plant Operator (Open)

Location: Kingsport, TN - Filling industrial - 440

Job Description

Airgas is hiring for a Plant Operator in Kingsport, TN!

Key Information

• Work Schedule - Monday - Friday 6am - 2:30pm
• Referral Bonus
• Monthly Plant Incentive potentially earn up to $4 more per hour
• Comprehensive Family Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Support for Parents - 14-week paid birth benefit
• Future Security - 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Early Access - Benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Recruiter: Jacob ([e-mail]) Phone: [phone] Call or Text

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.
• Operate equipment such as 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.

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.
• Technical certification in industrial operations is a plus.
• Industrial Gas Experience.

Additional Skills & Attributes

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

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.

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].