Production Operator II - Gas Cylinder Fill (San Jose)

Airgas; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is hiring a Production Operator II in San Jose, CA. You will safely fill cryogenic, industrial, and medical gas cylinders, perform safety checks, and handle paperwork to comply with federal and company standards.

The role requires completing required certifications, forklift operation, strong communication, and attention to detail. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, tuition assistance, paid holidays, and vacation time.

Qualifications

• Must complete training and certifications for cryogenic liquids and pure industrial gases.
• Must complete FDA, Food Grade, and CGMP training and certifications.
• Able to operate forklift and maintain forklift certifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets (MSDS).
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Able to perform unit conversions and basic arithmetic in all measures.

Responsibilities

• Safely filling gas products into liquid, medical, and high‑pressure cylinders per regulations.
• Inspect cylinders prior to filling and conduct safety checks.
• Label cylinders accurately and track contents via paperwork and SOPs.
• Operate equipment to fill industrial gas mixes and cryogenic/medical products.
• Assist with loading/unloading cylinders; operate forklift and other warehouse equipment.
• Maintain safe handling of hazardous materials and comply with DOT, FDA, OSHA standards.

Skills

Training & certifications

FDA/CGMP training

Forklift operation

Communication skills

MSDS literacy

Customer service

Attention to detail

Unit math

Diversity teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is hiring a Production Operator II in San Jose, CA. You will safely fill cryogenic, industrial, and medical gas cylinders, perform safety checks, and handle paperwork to comply with federal and company standards.

The role requires completing required certifications, forklift operation, strong communication, and attention to detail. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, tuition assistance, paid holidays, and vacation time.