Plant Operator - First Shift + Monthly Incentive & Benefits

Airgas; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Monthly plant incentive (up to $4 more

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

Airgas in Hattiesburg, MS is hiring a Plant Operator for the 1st shift. You will oversee equipment and cylinder filling in our production facility, ensure safety protocols, and support material movement with a forklift.

Ideal candidates bring forklift experience, attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, and paid time off; strong candidate growth opportunities exist within Airgas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One or more years in plant operations or industrial maintenance preferred.
• Forklift experience and willingness to operate equipment safely.
• Industrial gas industry experience a plus.
• Commitment to safety and accuracy in production records.

Responsibilities

• Care for and steward equipment in the production facility, including compressors, pumps, filling stations, and forklifts.
• Perform routine inspections and assist with preventive maintenance.
• Safely support cylinder flow, filling, and quality checks according to safety guidelines.
• Move materials and products with a forklift as needed, following safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, cylinder tracking, and production activities.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Equipment maintenance

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Airgas in Hattiesburg, MS is hiring a Plant Operator for the 1st shift. You will oversee equipment and cylinder filling in our production facility, ensure safety protocols, and support material movement with a forklift.

Ideal candidates bring forklift experience, attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, and paid time off; strong candidate growth opportunities exist within Airgas.