Production Associate

AIRGAS INC AND SUBSIDIARIES; Oakwood Village (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gas industry is seeking a Production Associate in Oakwood Village, OH. This role involves loading and unloading high-pressure cylinders, ensuring safety compliance, and performing inspections. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in manufacturing or the gas industry. The company offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan with matching.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Floating holidays and paid holidays

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in manufacturing, filling, or loading preferred.
• Experience in gas, welding, safety supply, or chemical industry is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand safety data sheets.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload high-pressure and liquid cylinders on/off trucks.
• Inspect cylinders prior to filling and perform minor maintenance.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math skills

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

R10069195 Production Associate (Open)

Location: Oakwood Village, OH - Filling industrial

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The Cylinder Handler will be responsible for loading and unloading high-pressure and liquid cylinders on/off trucks in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Loader will also ensure all safety standards are met during the handling of cylinder gases according to Airgas procedures.

1. Inspect cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards.
2. Understand hazards associated with various gases; interpret cylinder labels and color-coding to identify size and contents.
3. Adhere to all government and company standards for the safe handling of hazardous materials and cylinder gases.
4. Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
5. Load and unload cylinders from vehicles, using hand trucks or chain hoists, and record details of cylinders handled.
6. Ensure cylinders on pallets are securely strapped and properly loaded/unloaded.
7. Inspect returned cylinders for defects, dents, cracks, or burns; perform minor maintenance and prepare cylinders for filling.
8. Transport cylinders to designated areas using appropriate safety methods or equipment.
9. Segregate cylinders that are out of test or defective.
10. Remove old labels, clean cylinders, and perform other duties as assigned.

Are you a MATCH?

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least one year of experience in manufacturing, filling, or loading preferred.
• Experience in gas, welding, safety supply, or chemical industry is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read and understand safety data sheets.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and backgrounds.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in various units of measure.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely.

Additional Benefits and Company Culture

We support our Airgas Families with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick leave, floating holidays, and paid holidays.

Our parental leave policy offers paid time off for new parents, including 14 weeks of paid maternity leave and parental benefits for other employees.

We also provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Airgas, we value diversity and inclusion, embracing employees from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics. For more information, please view our EEO posters and policies. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; contact us at [e-mail].