Production Associate (Cylinder Filler)

Airgas; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Tuition / education benefits

Job summary

Airgas is hiring a Production Associate (Cylinder Filler) in Cheshire, CT. The role involves safely filling gas cylinders, performing safety checks, and ensuring compliance with regulations. 2nd shift runs 1pm-9:30pm, Monday-Friday, with a $25/hr pay rate.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and mechanical aptitude. Applicants with SAP/ERP experience and proficiency in Google Suite or MS Office are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude essential for handling gas cylinders.
• Prior SAP or ERP experience preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite or Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic with various units of measure.
• Safety-focused; adheres to Airgas safety programs and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and fill gas products into various cylinders following procedures.
• Perform safety checks, verify cylinder labels, and ensure purity of products.
• Prepare cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling and connect to manifolds.
• Load/unload cylinders and operate forklift or warehouse equipment as needed.
• Maintain records per DOT, FDA, OSHA and Airgas standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

SAP / ERP experience

Excel

Google Suite / MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MRP / ERP systems

Job description

R10099192 Production Associate (Cylinder Filler) (Open)

Location:

Cheshire, CT (Plant) - 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 Production Associate (Cylinder Filler) in Cheshire, CT!

Shift Time:

2nd Shift (1pm-9:30pm), Monday-Friday

Pay Rate:

$25/hr

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 a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.

Future Security:

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition

Responsibilities:

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.

Reviews and ensures cylinders prior to filling, following established guidelines to ensure government, Airgas, and distributor standards are met. Conducts a variety of Safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests, checking caps and valves. Analyzes products for purity and correct mixtures.

Takes care of high‑pressure, medical and liquid cylinders. Prepares high pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling. Attaches to manifold, evacuates cylinders to ensure excellent quality and purity. Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards.

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

Maintains accurate records to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards. Completes quality control sheets as required.

Knowledgeable of hazards of various gases; size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color‑coding of tanks. Supports accurate labeling of cylinders.

Other duties as assigned.

Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

High school degree or GED required.

Mechanical aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior Experience Utilizing SAP Or Similar ERP System Preferred.

Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite or Microsoft Office applications.

Demonstrated knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent.

Lives by Airgas safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, procedures which are applicable to this position's responsibilities.

A minimum of 1 year of related technical experience. In lieu of specific industry experience, may accept an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

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, 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.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 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.

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’ll 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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