Production Operator II

Airgas, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick Time

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. in Santa Ana, CA is hiring a Production Operator II to load, inspect and fill cylinders including cryogenic and high-pressure gases, while providing Inside Sales support. You will follow safety rules and deliver strong customer service.

Compensation ranges from $25.00 to $29.00 per hour with a Pay for Performance bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave. Benefits start after 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Able to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions and procedures.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and sort cylinders; inspect and fill cryogenic and high-pressure gases.
• Provide Inside Sales support including customer service and order processing.
• Maintain safety, inventory, and pricing; assist in stocking and merchandising.
• Support customers with will call, counter, and telephone sales; ensure timely order processing.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Ethical conduct

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

R10102258 Production Operator II (Open)

Location: Santa Ana, CA - S Fairview Av - Filling industrial

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 II in Santa Ana, CA!

We are looking for you!

• Pay: $25.00/hr. - $29.00/hr. + Pay for Performance Bonus
• 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 up to 14-week paid child birth benefits 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 Production Operator II duties include loading and sorting cylinders, performing cylinder inspections, and filling both cryogenic and high pressure compressed gases. This associate will also perform the duties of an Inside Sales associate listed below.

• Performs various duties in the plant including monitoring equipment to fill cryogenic liquids and pure industrial gasses as well as performing level 1 duties.
• All duties and responsibilities shall be performed as set forth in established policies and procedures.
• Adhere to and assure compliance with the Code of Conduct/Handbook, policies and procedures and all applicable rules, regulations and standards promulgated by Federal, State and other applicable agencies or regulating bodies.
• Maintain a high level of customer service by assisting customers with will call, counter and telephone sales.
• Analyze and efficiently advance customer orders in a timely manner. Meet customer needs by recommending appropriate products and services.
• Enter sales data, quotes or other relevant information into inventory control system.
• Assist manager in ordering appropriate merchandise to ensure stock remains an acceptable level.
• Restock store merchandise and maintain current pricing on all store displays and products.
• Help nurture and grow existing customer base with all product lines.
• Ensure customer inquiries related to accounts receivable billing issues, cylinder balances, order status, time of delivery, etc. are supportively handled.
• Adhere to all Airgas safety rules and regulations by actively collaboratively identifying any safety and/or health hazards while in the workplace.
• Pull orders from warehouse as necessary.
• Provide support to internal and external customers to maintain inventory and delivery needs.
• Identify potential problems with cylinders and notify management in a timely manner.
• Collect, record transactions and submit all customer payments promptly to manager.
• Ideally bring experience or eagerness to learn to fill high pressure and industrial gases, flammable, non-flammable, pure and cryogenic gases.
• Complete daily fill logs, inventory logs and tracking records accurately and timely.
• Complete and attach warning and other identification tags, labels and decals on cylinder.
• Regularly inspect pumping and cylinder monitoring equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance and inspection of cylinders and filling equipment as needed.
• Ensure proper and full time use of PPE.
• Brings collaborative leadership within the Airgas culture - putting safety first.
• Safely operate forklift, hand-truck, pallet-jack, chain hoist, etc. to load/unload compressed and liquid industrial gas cylinders to and from delivery trucks to filling and storage areas.
• May load cylinders onto vehicles manually or with the aid of material handling equipment.
• Transfer plant cylinders to different areas within the facility using a forklift.
• Identify and sort cylinders for efficient refilling and handling.
• Report any equipment or facility defect(s) to supervisor.
• Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported.

Required Qualifications

• Must consistently demonstrate the ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service and communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to work in a team based environment
• Possess a commitment and desire to work safely and ethically
• Random drug testing applies.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Knowledge of industrial gases, welding supply and hardware desired
• Minimum of 6 months Level I experience and training
• Minimum two (2) years inside sales experience or customer service experience
• Minimum of two (2) filling experience of High Pressure and Liquid Gases.
• Experience operating a forklift is preferred

The hourly base pay range for this position in California is $25.00/hr. - $29.00/hr. Please note that the hourly base pay information is a general guideline only. Airgas considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

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.

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].

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