PRODUCT TECH OXYGEN TRANSFILL

Apria-Healthcare; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

Accendra Health in Suwanee, GA is seeking a Production Technician Oxygen Transfill to participate in filling high pressure medical oxygen cylinders in a regulated environment.

You will inspect, fill, test, and document cylinder status, maintain safe workstations, and complete required training (PIT, Hazmat, Medical Gases) while supporting FDA-compliant processes.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of manufacturing experience.
• Must pass background check.
• English reading, writing and speaking proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare aluminum and steel cylinders.
• Fill high pressure cylinders with oxygen.
• Document work performed and maintain logs.
• Test, inspect, and verify filling requirements.
• Maintain safe, clean, and efficient workstations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PIT Training

Hazmat Training

Medical Gases Training

Job description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life.ABOUT THE COMPANYApria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful, and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.JOB SUMMARYThe Production Technician Oxygen Transfill will participate in all production aspects of filling high pressure medical oxygen cylinders - prefill inspections, filling, and post filling processes - in a regulated environment.The anticipated hourly range for this position is $15.00 - $21.78. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education, and location.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInspect and prepare aluminum and steel cylinders.Connect cylinders to filling manifolds.Fill high pressure cylinders with oxygen.Disconnect, Test, and Inspect cylinders - verifying filling requirements.Perform post-fill processes.Store oxygen cylinders in appropriate section of department/warehouse.Document all worked performed according to written policy.Maintain accurate files of all work performed. Files contain such information as lot and batch numbers, cylinder maintenance and inspection logs, and materials required by the F.D.A.Ensure all workstations are maintained in an efficient, clean, and safe manner.Performs other duties as required.Successful completion of internal Medical Gases Training, Hazmat and PIT (Power Industrial Trucks, i.e., Stacker, Tilt, Forklift)MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation and/or ExperienceMust be at least 18 years of age.High school diploma or equivalent.Pass company standard background check.Three years’ experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESMust be a strong team player with the ability to work in a team environmentAbility to work an 8-hour shift.Ability to communicate effectively in-person.Knowledge of manufacturing and basic warehousingSpecific job-related training (Medical Gases P&P) and competency test will be provided, wherein a passing test score is required.Language SkillsEnglish (reading, writing, verbal)Mathematical SkillsBasic problem solving (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation and/or ExperienceTechnical degrees or relevant technical training.Experience with chemicals, hazardous gases, and gas analysisExperience in an FDA regulated production environmentCertificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional DesignationsMay be asked to become certified to work with oxygen by various state or federal agencies, where required.Successful completion of internal Medical Gases Training programs, Hazmat and PIT Training (Powered Industrial Truck, i.e., Stacker, Tilter, Forklift)SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESComputer SkillsN/AOther SkillsPrior forklift experiencePHYSICAL DEMANDSRegularly required to use hands to handle tools and equipmentRegularly required to read documents and write neatly, legibly and transcribe accurate information and numbers/values.Required to use a variety of personal protective equipment (PPE), typically safety shoes, eye and ear protection, exam-style gloves as well as cut resistant gloves.Continually engages in activities that requires team collaboration, listening, talking and hearing.Frequent variations including sitting, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching or stooping.Specific vision abilities required to perform this job safely include close vision, distant vision, and the ability to adjust focus to read documents.Frequent use of basic hand tools, material handling equipment, carrying devices, cleanup equipmentStrength Aspects:Ability to frequently and repetitively grip with hands and lift 15 lbs. or less above shoulder height up to 72” (6ft).Ability to hold an object in place while utilizing the other hand to scrape off tags and labels.Utilization of a pallet jack and or tilter to move (via push/pull) cylinder containers weighting up to a max weight of 1,200lbs.Body Position and Flexibility ElementsFrequently and repetitively removing cylinders from containers (floor) and placing onto the inspection table (waste high), then to the filling rack (2ft to 6ft high) after per-fill tasks are completed.Frequently required to reach, on average, 20” away from the body.Frequently required to reach, bend or squat to perform many of the above tasks.WORK ENVIRONMENTNoise levels can range from low to high level industrial noise. Noise protection devices are provided and available as neededWeather and temperature range from indoor climate-controlled environment in buildings and various outdoor seasonal conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout the year in a variety of US states.Lighting is generally provided via warehouse lighting, LED and or fluorescent.Wearing proper protective equipment required while working in the high pressure Transfill plant.OTHER INFORMATIONThe essential duties and responsibilities, physical requirements, and work environment described above are representative of those typically required for this position but may vary depending on staffing and business needs at specific locations. The inclusion or omission of a specific duty or physical requirement is, therefore, not determinative of whether that function is essential to a specific individual’s position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Teammate BenefitsAs an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.Our benefits program includes:Medical, dental, and vision care coveragePaid time off plan401(k) PlanFlexible Spending AccountsBasic life insuranceShort-and long-term disability coverageAccident insuranceTeammate Assistance ProgramPaid parental leaveDomestic partner benefitsMental, physical, and financial well-being programsIf you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.Note: Accendra is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our Company via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our Company. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company as a result of the referral or through other means.#AccendraHealth