Production Operator I

Airgas, Inc.; Battle Ground (WA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas supplier in Battle Ground, WA is seeking a Production Operator I. The role involves loading and unloading cylinders, safely operating forklifts, and maintaining a clean work environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with forklift certifications preferred. The position necessitates flexibility in hours and a commitment to safety in a drug-free workplace. Join a dynamic team focused on operational excellence in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Must operate in a drug-free workplace.
• Ability to operate forklift and maintain certifications.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cylinders from vehicles.
• Safely operate forklift and other equipment.
• Maintain equipment and report discrepancies.
• Participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Operator I

Open Date: 04/14/2026

Location: Brush Prairie, WA - Filling industrial

Pay: $22.00/hr + Pay for Performance Bonus

Responsibilities

• Supports the team with loading and unloading cylinders from inbound and outbound vehicles including company owned and common carrier
• Ensures any accident or injury is promptly reported
• Safely operates forklift, hand‑trucks, pallet‑jacks, etc. to load/unload compressed and liquid industrial gas cylinders to and from delivery trucks to filling and storage areas
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner fostering positive relationships with vendors, coworkers and management
• Stages cylinders in designated areas of production plant for filling, ensuring the least amount of handling
• Loads and unloads all assigned company vehicles daily
• Spot trucks and trailers within designated area on company property
• Transfers cylinders to and from ground storage as needed
• Assists production personnel in removing full cylinders from fill area
• Down grade pure product as needed to ensure complete order fulfillment
• Reports all cylinder shortages to management
• Inspects all cylinders for general condition, reports all discrepancies to management
• Maintains equipment and communicates requests to Plant Manager in writing
• Contributes to cleaning and maintaining assigned area
• Attends and participates in all safety meetings
• Maintains and operates a clean, safe and orderly plant appearance
• Reports any equipment or facility defect(s) to supervisor
• Consistent presence and punctuality is essential in this role; adheres to work shift schedules unless otherwise prearranged with direct manager
• All employees encouraged to perform any reasonable work request that aligns with skills and potential but not specifically described

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to operate in a drug‑free workplace

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be able to operate forklift and maintain appropriate forklift certifications; ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
• Must be able to work flexible hours to meet customers' needs and management expectations
• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment

Equal Employment Opportunity

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].