Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender

Airgas; Plumsteadville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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

AD&D

Job summary

Airgas in Plumsteadville, PA is hiring a Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender to fill specialty gases into cylinders while adhering to safety standards and regulatory requirements.

You will perform gravimetric blending, inspect and label cylinders, and calibrate equipment. A Chemistry-related Associate degree or equivalent experience is required, along with forklift operation and MS Office skills. This role is on-site with comprehensive Airgas benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in chemistry or related science or 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Ability to coordinate efforts with multiple departments.
• Aptitude for high precision work.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English clearly.
• Ability to operate forklift and maintain forklift certifications.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to perform basic math calculations in all units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Fill specialty products into compressed and liquefied gas cylinders safely and accurately.
• Perform gravimetric and related blending processes with precision.
• Inspect, label, and maintain cylinders; perform routine calibration on production equipment.
• Operate production equipment and vacuum/cryogenic pumps as required.
• Plan production and prioritize tasks to meet schedules.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with Airgas SOPs.
• Complete fill sheets and cylinder filling records legibly and timely.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Math calculations

SDS comprehension

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

Quality inspection

Education

Associates degree in chemistry or related science

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year experience or training in related field

Tools

Forklift certification

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)

Analytical equipment calibration

Job description

R10101204 Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender (Open)Location:Plumsteadville, PA - Industrial spec gasHow will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?Airgas is Hiring for a Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender in Plumsteadville, PA!At Airgas, 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.We are looking for you !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 employmentThe Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender is responsible for filling specialty products into compressed and liquefied gas cylinders in compliance with state, federal, and local regulations. The associate is expected to meet all Airgas safety standards, while filling, handling, storing, loading and unloading cylinders. Responsible for remaining productive during their work shift, while also supporting the product quality standards set forth by Airgas. A Plant Operator 5 displays a knowledge of pure gas filling process, gravimetric blending, dynamic blending, partial pressure blending, product purification techniques, and ability to troubleshoot production issues; regularly inspects cylinder fill equipment and performs minor maintenance.Performs all job assignments in a safe manner according to Airgas SOPs.Performs all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections on cylinders and/ or trailers.Scraping, labeling and painting of cylinders.Regularly moves cylinders by usage of a cylinder cart and/ or forklift.Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic equipment maintenance.Perform routine calibration on production and analytical equipment.Completes daily fill sheets and cylinder filling records accurately, legibly, and timely.Operation of vacuum pumps, cryogenic pumps, booster pumps and compressors.Operation of production equipment including manual and automated systems.Offloading of cryogenic materials, cascade, and cold cylinder/cold coil transfer filling.Production planning and prioritizing.Perform mathematical calculations.Keep a clean, safe and orderly work areaPerforms other duties or projects as assigned.________________________Are you a MATCH?To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:Associates degree in chemistry or related science and/or 3 years relevant experience.Ability to read and comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS).Ability to coordinate efforts with multiple departments.Aptitude for high precision work.Ability to perform the essential functions of the Plant Operator 5 position.Ability to work with others in a team environment to meet the facilities goals.Ability to operate forklift and maintain forklift certifications.Ability to follow directions, make decisions, work as a team, and be reliable.High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum 1 year experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) or equivalent software.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to work all shifts; subject to all weather conditions.Physical Abilities:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to meet the following physical demands:While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; use hands and arms; and talk or hear. The associate must lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to focus.________________________BenefitsWe 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 PERFORMANCEAt 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 AirgasAirgas, 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 InformationWe 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]._________________________California Privacy Notice