Production Operator 1 (Loader/Sorter - 1st Shift)

Airgas; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated individuals to join their team in Grand Prairie, TX. In this role, you'll operate a forklift to manage the movement of compressed gas cylinders and other materials, ensuring timely deliveries. The company values safety and innovation, providing a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about contributing to a culture of safety and customer success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation Days

Sick Leave

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Floating Holidays

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a valid forklift operator’s license.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Drive a forklift to move products and cylinders.
• Sort compressed gas cylinders for proper segregation.
• Load and unload delivery trucks.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Data Sheets Understanding

Physical Lifting Ability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products. It is 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. Associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative, and make decisions.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

You will drive a forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, or move products, compressed gas cylinders, and other materials to load route delivery trucks. This position is based in Grand Prairie, TX.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 4:00 am to 12:30 pm

1. Sort compressed gas cylinders to ensure proper segregation.
2. Deliver empty pallets of cylinders to the plant for filling.
3. Load and unload delivery trucks.

Are you a MATCH?

• Ability to obtain a valid forklift operator’s license.
• Valid employment authorization in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 60 pounds, and occasionally move up to 125 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets and all other written communications.

Benefits and Support

We support our Airgas families through competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick leave, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We offer a progressive parental leave package, including 14 weeks of paid childbirth leave for birth mothers and paid parental leave for other employees.

Additional benefits include 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, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. We believe diversity fosters innovation and strengthens our community.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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

For more information, view our EEO poster and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination poster. We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities; contact us at [e-mail].