Production Operator 5

Airgas USA, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Airgas USA, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Plant Operator 5 to handle high-pressure cylinders. The role includes loading/unloading, operating pumping/repackaging equipment, and performing pre/post-fill inspections to ensure regulatory safety and quality.

Candidates should have at least 6 months of industry and cylinder filling experience, be able to lift heavy loads, and pass SDS reads. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months industry experience.
• Must have at least 6 months DOT cylinder filling experience.
• Ability to perform very heavy work – lift 25–75 lbs., and occasionally 76 lbs.
• Prolonged standing up to 8 hours; frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion required.
• Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and all written communications.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Operate and safely maintain equipment for pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders.
• Perform pre-fill and post-fill inspections and tests before cylinders are released.
• Ensure cylinders are maintained and removed from service if needed.
• Regularly inspect pumping apparatus, pressure gauges and monitoring devices.
• Fill cylinders to proper pressure or weight and maintain filling records.
• Promptly report any accidents or injuries to management.
• Assist with loading/unloading trucks and inventory tasks.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

DOT cylinder filling experience

Pumping/repackaging equipment operation

Job description

R10103600 Production Operator 5 (Open)

Location:
Salt Lake City, UT - Filling industrial

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 Plant Operator 5, Salt Lake City, UT!

We are looking for you!

• Handling of High Pressure Cylinders
• Operate a Forklift-to deliver pallets of Cylinders around the plant
• Shift -Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
• 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

The Plant Operator (Cylinder Loader) is responsible for the safe and compliant handling of high-pressure and liquid gas cylinders. This includes loading and unloading cylinders onto and off trucks, ensuring all actions meet federal, state, and local regulations as well as Airgas safety procedures.

• 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 in order to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported to management.
• Perform mathematical calculations.
• 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?

Required Qualifications:

• Must have at least 6 months industry experience.
• Must have at least 6 months DOT cylinder filling experience.
• Ability to perform very heavy work – routinely lift 25 – 75 lbs., and occasionally lift 76lbs.
• Must have at least 6 months DOT cylinder filling experience. greater than 100 lbs.
• Ability to perform work during prolonged standing up to 8 hours; frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion also required.
• Ability to perform work during occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling and finger activities.
• Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and all other written communications.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior forklift experience
• Prior loading and unloading

Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evidence 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].