Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Plumsteadville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Airgas USA, LLC is seeking a Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender in Plumsteadville, PA. You will fill specialty products into gas cylinders, follow strict safety standards, and maintain accurate fill records while supporting quality goals.

The role requires a chemistry-related associate degree or equivalent experience, strong math and SDS skills, and the ability to operate forklift and production equipment, with full benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 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 facility goals.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Filling specialty products into compressed and liquefied gas cylinders in compliance with regulations.
• Meet all Airgas safety standards during filling, handling, storing, loading and unloading cylinders.
• Support product quality standards and maintain productivity.

Skills

High precision work

SDS literacy

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Math skills

Shift flexibility

Education

Associates degree in chemistry or related science

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

SDS reading

Job description

R10101204 Specialty Gas Gravimetric Blender (Open) Location: Plumsteadville, PA - Industrial spec gas

How 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.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• AD&D
• 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
• Sick time
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• The 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 area.
• Performs other duties or projects as assigned.
• Ability to operate forklift and maintain forklift certifications.
• Ability to follow directions, make decisions, work as a team, and be reliable.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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

• 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.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

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.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life
• AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
• Parental leave
• Vacation
• Sick time
• Floating holidays
• Jury duty
• Funeral/bereavement leave
• 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.

• 401k plan with company matching funds
• 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 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].