Production Associate (Cylinder Loader)

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is seeking a Cylinder Loader in La Porte, TX to fill and inspect high‑pressure cylinders safely and efficiently. The role involves lifting heavy weights, handling cylinders, and supporting loading and inventory tasks in a fast-paced gas distribution facility.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6 am–3 pm. Candidates must be able to read documentation, operate a forklift, and meet safety standards. Airgas offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and comprehend written and computer-generated documentation.
• Ability to perform very heavy work—regularly lift 25–75 lbs., occasionally 76+ lbs. with assist.
• Must be forklift certified and able to operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fill high‑pressure cylinders (Industrial, Medical, and mixed gases) using compression temperature/pressure method.
• Inspect pre-fill and post-fill to ensure safety and record maintaining procedures.
• Load/unload trucks or trailers as part of logistics flow and assist with inventory housekeeping.

Skills

Read & comprehend

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

R10103592 Production Associate (Cylinder Loader) (Open) Location: La Porte, TX - Miller Cut-Off Rd - Retail Shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

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.

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is Hiring for a Cylinder Loader, La Porte, TX! We are looking for you!

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 6 am - 3 pm

Tests gas for purity using testing equipment.

Inspects or tests empty cylinders.

Responsibilities

As a Cylinder Filler, you will apply the compression temperature/pressure method to fill various high-pressure cylinders, including Industrial, Medical, and mixed gases.

You will be filling high-pressure cylinders (Industrial, Medical, and Mixes) following the compression temperature/pressure method.

Operate and safely maintain equipment for pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders.

Perform all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections and verify safety through tests before cylinders are released.

Attends to the condition of cylinders—ensuring those requiring maintenance or repair are set aside for care until they are ready for use.

Regularly inspect and maintain pumping apparatus and associated pressure gauges and monitoring devices to ensure reliable operation.

Fill cylinders or containers to the target pressure or weight, whichever is appropriate.

Ensure cylinder filling records are accurately maintained and that you remain guided by established procedures in order to meet the standards of local, state, and federal regulations.

Assist with loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers as a valued part of the logistics flow.

Support the team with inventory and general housekeeping, and provide support to customers when necessary.

Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications

• 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 perform very heavy work - routinely lifts 25 - 75 lbs., and occasionally lifts 76 to greater than 100 lbs. with the aid of a lifting device.
• Ability to read and comprehend all written and computer generated documentation.
• The ability to operate forklift and become forklift certified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent Prior forklift experience

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

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.

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].