Production Associate - 2nd Shift Filler

Airgas; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Associate for the 2nd shift. This role involves safely handling and filling various gas cylinders while adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and diversity, contributing to a culture of excellence and customer satisfaction. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge in a supportive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

401k Plan with Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Floating Holidays

Sick Time

Parental Leave

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to read safety data sheets and labels.
• Must be forklift certified and able to lift 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Safely fill gas products into cylinders following regulations.
• Conduct safety checks and manage paperwork for compliance.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Compliance

Cylinder Handling

Mathematical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Pallet Jack

Forklift

Job description

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Production Associate - 2nd Shift Filler

Apply locations Cheshire, CT (Plant) time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R10058634

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.
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.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The Cylinder Filler will be responsible for safely handling and filling gas products into liquid, medical and high pressure gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and meeting the standard operating procedures of Airgas. This position is based in Cheshire, CT.

WORK SCHEDULE: 2nd Shift Monday - Friday 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm

The hourly base pay range for this position in Connecticut is $23.00 - $23.50. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Airgas considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

• Inspects cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures as required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards. Conducts a variety of Safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests, checking caps and valves. Analyzes products for purity and correct mixtures.

• Handles high-pressure, medical and liquid cylinders. Prepares high pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling. Attaches to manifold, evacuates cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants. Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards.

• Assists with the loading & unloading of cylinders on & off pallets and tractor trailers. Operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

• Manages paperwork to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards. Completes quality control sheets as required.

• Complies with all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases.

• Maintains a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.

• Other duties as assigned.

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Are you a MATCH?

• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets, labels and other written communication is required.

• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Ability to become forklift certified is required.

• Able to talk, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crawl or crouch.

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds and move up to 800 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment.

• Requires both indoor & outdoor environments in various seasonal weather conditions. Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 100 degrees.

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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, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children, including 14 weeks of paid child birth benefit for birth mothers on leave, as well as paid parental leave benefits for other associates.

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

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Your differences enhance our performance

At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive 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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Please click here to view the EEO Know Your Rights poster and here to view the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination poster. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan or Policy Statement. This plan or policy statement is available for inspection upon request.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company and its group of companies 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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