Production Operator I

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

Airgas USA, LLC is hiring a Production Operator I for our Spokane, WA facility. The role involves loading/unloading cylinders, supporting movement of cylinders, and maintaining safe operations in a fast-paced production environment.

You will operate forklift, follow safety protocols, and contribute to clean and organized work areas. Regular attendance, ability to lift 50+ lbs, and willingness to work night shift are required. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people and backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• May be required to work overtime to meet production schedules.
• Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 110 degrees.
• Able to lift 50+ pounds regularly and perform very heavy work.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cylinders from inbound and outbound vehicles.
• Assist with movement and staging of cylinders in the production area.
• Adhere to safety policies and wear required PPE.
• Operate forklift and other equipment to support material flow.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and report discrepancies.

Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Pressure tolerance

PPE compliance

Forklift use

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

R10099534 Production Operator I (Open) Location: Spokane, WA - 4230 E How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is hiring for a Production Operator I in Spokane, WA! We are looking for you!

Pay: $21.50/hr + Shift Differential Shift: 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

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. The hourly base pay range for this position in Washington is $21.50/hr. 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.

Responsibilities

• The production operator contributes to loading and unloading cylinders from inbound and outbound vehicles including company owned and common carriers.
• Assists with movement of all cylinders as directed by the team and leadership.
• Contributes to adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you build alignment and positive relationships with vendors, co-workers, and leadership.
• Stages cylinders in designated areas of the production plant for filling. These areas will be designated by production personnel and shall be areas that ensure the least amount of handling.
• Loads and unloads our fleet of company vehicles daily.
• Spot trucks and trailers within a designated area on company property.
• Transfers cylinders to and from ground storage as needed.
• Assists production personnel in removing full cylinders from the fill area.
• Reports all cylinder shortages to leadership.
• Inspects all cylinders for general condition, reports all discrepancies to leadership.
• Operates a forklift and other equipment as needed to support material flow.
• Maintains equipment and communicates requests to Plant Manager in writing.
• Contributes to cleaning and maintaining the assigned area.

Regular and predictable attendance is a core part of our team's success in this position. Airgas associates are expected to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance. All employees are expected to support the team with various tasks that fall within the qualifications but not specifically described.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet the production schedules.
• Must be able to work in a drug‑free workplace.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.
• May be exposed to noise or vibrations, hazards, potential explosives, burns electrical or other fumes, mist, dust, odors or gas.
• Will be around moving machinery and equipment on uneven ground with varying conditions and layouts.
• Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 110 degrees.
• Ability to perform very heavy work, routinely lift, push, pull, carry 50+ pounds and occasionally lift76 to greater than 100 pounds.
• May occasionally stoop, bend, couch, crawl, twist, kneel or squat up to 33% of the day.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to operate forklift in a safe manner and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.

Benefits

• Medical.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
• Parental leave.
• Paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
• Vacation.
• Sick time.
• Floating holidays.
• Jury duty.
• Funeral/bereavement leave.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

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 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 us‑[e-mail].