Production Associate (Cylinder Loader)

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

Airgas USA, LLC is seeking a Production Associate (Cylinder Loader) in Cheshire, CT. You will load and unload cylinders, inspect for defects, and maintain accurate records while following safety standards and using warehouse equipment such as a forklift.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and mechanical aptitude. Prior ERP experience is a plus, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance at all times.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload high‑pressure and liquid cylinders on/off trucks per regulations.
• Follow safety standards for cylinder gases and Airgas procedures.
• Inspect cylinders prior to filling and ensure safety benchmarks.
• Identify cylinder contents via labels and color codes.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Ensure secure loading/unloading and accurate records of cylinders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Google Suite

Job description

Job Title and Location

R10101012 Production Associate (Cylinder Loader) (Open) Location: Cheshire, CT (Plant) - Filling industrial

Shift and Compensation

Shift Time: 2nd Shift (10am-6:30pm), Monday-Friday

Pay Rate: $24/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 Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

Job Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading of high-pressure and liquid cylinders on / off trucks in compliance with federal, state, local regulations.
• Meeting all safety standards in the loading and unloading of cylinder gases per Airgas procedures.
• Inspecting cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures that ensure government, Airgas, and distributor safety benchmarks are met.
• Maintaining awareness of safety protocols for various gases; identifying size and contents of cylinders by carefully reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.
• Committed to all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of materials and cylinder gases.
• Confidently managing a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment to support site operations.
• Carefully loading cylinders on/off vehicles, using a hand truck or chain hoist, and maintaining accurate records of the type and quantity of cylinders.
• Ensuring the secure loading/unloading of cylinders on/off pallets, confirming they are safely strapped in.
• Examining returned cylinders for surface defects, dents, cracks, or burns; taking initiative in performing minor maintenance of equipment and detailed inspection of cylinders prior to filling.
• Moving cylinders to designated work areas using appropriate, safe work methods or equipment.
• Identifying and segregating out-of-test or defective cylinders to maintain high quality standards.
• Preparing cylinders for reuse by removing old labels and ensuring they are clean.
• Contributing to other team needs as assigned to ensure a supportive work environment.

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 (Detailed)

• 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.
• 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

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].

California Privacy Notice

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.