Plant Operator

Airgas; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation and Sick time

Early access to benefits (after 30days

Tuition assistance

Airgas Scholarship Program

Job summary

Airgas is hiring a Plant Operator in St. Louis, MO to support cylinder loading, filling, and inspections in a safe, compliant facility. The role requires operating forklifts, recording fills, and ensuring proper labeling and documentation.

You will work with the plant team to maintain quality and safety standards, and support inventory and unloading as needed. The position emphasizes attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and flexibility to work shifts.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Industrial Gas Experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and safety.
• Comfort with operating a forklift safely.
• Flexibility to work shifts and occasional extra hours.

Responsibilities

• Loads cylinders or containers on vehicles and records type and quantity of cylinders.
• Inspects cylinders for defects, labels, and required CGA connections.
• Operates forklift and other warehouse equipment.
• Fills cylinders to specified pressure or weight according to guidelines.
• Maintains accurate cylinder filling records and documentation.
• Maintains safety inspections and post-fill tests before release.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Forklift operation

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

R10099056 Plant Operator (Open)

Location: St. Louis, MO - 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 and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Operator in St. Louis, MO!

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 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.
• Comprehensive benefits package 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, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Loads cylinders or containers on vehicles using hand truck or lift gate, and records type and quantity of cylinders.
• Examines returned cylinders for surface defects, such as dents, cracks, and burns and moves cylinders to designated work area.
• Removes cylinder cap (if appropriate for the type of cylinder involved).
• Inspects valves for correct CGA connection and pressure relief device.
• Connects cylinders to manifold and opens valves to first draw off residual gas and then evacuate cylinders.
• Inspects cylinder labels to assure they are correct for the service intended, legible and legal with current federal requirements, replacing inappropriate labels detected.
• Fills cylinders in accordance with specific guidelines either by pressure or weight, as appropriate.
• Weighs cylinders filled with liquid products on platform scale and records weight.
• Tests cylinders for leaks by brushing or spraying chemical solution around valve.
• Records all necessary documentation and sets a cylinder aside for settled pressure checks.
• Moves all cylinders to the area designated for full cylinders, out-of-test cylinders, or repair, as appropriate.
• Safely operate and maintain equipment for pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders.
• Ensure high quality and safety by completing pre-fill and post-fill inspections and tests before cylinders are released.
• Ensure cylinders are adequately maintained – cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are removed from service until corrected.
• Regularly inspect and support the upkeep of pumping apparatus and associated pressure gages and monitoring devices.
• Accurately fill cylinders or containers to proper pressure or weight, whichever is appropriate.
• Ensure cylinder filling records are accurately maintained and that procedures are followed to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Promptly communicate any accident or injury to leadership to foster a safe work environment.
• Partner with the plant team to conduct routine checks for safe and efficient operations.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly plant environment.
• Apply practical math skills to support operational calculations.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers when required.
• Support inventory efforts, general housekeeping, and help customers when necessary.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

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 will 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 [e-mail].

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