Production Operator 2nd shift $19.00 + $1.50 shift to start

Airgas, Inc.; Rolla (CO); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. is seeking a Production Operator to learn filling high pressure cylinders (Industrial, Medical and Mixes). Training provided with opportunity to test proficiency on different gases.

This entry-level role includes growth opportunities and potential pay increases after 90 days. The position is on the 2nd shift in Henderson, CO. Responsibilities include cylinder filling, equipment operation and maintenance, inspections, and accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications

• No experience is required; training provided.
• Regularly able to lift 25-75 lbs., with occasional heavier lifting using equipment.
• Able to stand for up to 8 hours, perform repetitive motions, and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Fill high pressure cylinders (Industrial, Medical and Mixes) following 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 tests before cylinders are released.
• Ensure cylinders are adequately maintained; cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are removed from service until corrected.
• Regularly inspect and maintain pumping apparatus and associated pressure gauges and monitoring devices.
• Fill cylinders or containers to proper pressure or weight, whichever is appropriate.
• Ensure cylinder filling records are accurately maintained and that all required procedures are followed to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers when required.
• Assist with inventory, general housekeeping, and help customers when necessary.

Skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Stamina

Lifting ability 25-75 lbs

SDS literacy

Job description

Position Title: Production Operator

Overview

Location: Henderson, CO. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2nd shift, 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

As a Production Operator, you will learn how to fill high pressure cylinders (Industrial, Medical and Mixes). You have the opportunity to test your proficiency on the various gases. Each test you pass earns you additional pay. Growth opportunities exist within the company; training and advancement are available. No experience is required, as training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Fill high pressure cylinders (Industrial, Medical and Mixes) following 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 tests before cylinders are released.
• Ensure cylinders are adequately maintained; cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are removed from service until corrected.
• Regularly inspect and maintain pumping apparatus and associated pressure gauges and monitoring devices.
• Fill cylinders or containers to proper pressure or weight, whichever is appropriate.
• Ensure cylinder filling records are accurately maintained and that all required procedures are followed to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers when required.
• Assist with inventory, general housekeeping, and help customers when necessary.

Are you a MATCH?

• Do you want to learn a new skill and be rewarded for that knowledge?
• Do you enjoy working in a team environment where everyone works together to achieve a daily goal?
• Do you want competitive pay and benefits with opportunities for advancement?
• Can you work standing for up to 8 hours; frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion also required?
• Are you able to routinely lift 25 - 75 lbs., and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 125 lbs. with the aid of material handling equipment?
• Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Can you work overtime occasionally, as needed?
• Then this might just be the job for you!

Compensation & Benefits

Pay range: $19.00 per hour plus $1.50 shift differential ($20.50 total). A 0.50 increase is possible with a successful 90-day review, and there is potential to increase hourly rate by an additional $2.00 during the first year. Incentive pay: Eligible for quarterly bonus program.

Employee benefits: As an Airgas associate, you will have access to a wide array of benefit plans and programs designed to support you and your family. Benefits include medical coverage, health savings account (if selecting Bronze HSA), dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability, life and AD&D insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness and personal accident insurance, auto/home insurance discounts, employee assistance program, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match after first year, and paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, jury duty and bereavement leave.

Your differences enhance our performance

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. A diverse organization fosters talent and innovation.