Branch Cylinder Filler

Airgas•Parkersburg, WV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Branch Cylinder Filler supports the safe and reliable operation of industrial gases across production areas. The role involves repackaging compressed and liquefied gases on-site while upholding quality control, accurate documentation, and regulatory compliance. The position also monitors and adjusts specialized gas mixtures to technical specifications, identifies operational issues in gas supply and distribution, and works with plant teams to optimize gas use and reduce waste.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Commitment to safety and following established protocols.
Comfort operating a forklift safely and efficiently.
Flexibility to work shifts and occasional extra hours when needed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
Technical certification in industrial operations.
Industrial gas experience.

Responsibilities

Move and load cylinders or containers safely using hand trucks or lift gates.
Inspect returned cylinders for surface defects and route them to designated work areas.
Remove cylinder caps, verify CGA valve connections, and confirm pressure relief devices.
Connect cylinders to manifolds to evacuate residual gas before processing.
Review cylinder labels for accuracy, legibility, and federal compliance, and replace non-compliant labels as needed.
Fill cylinders by pressure or weight according to safety guidelines and check for leaks around valves using approved testing solutions.
Stage cylinders for settled pressure checks, inventory, periodic re-testing, or maintenance.
Monitor pressure levels, flow rates, and system parameters during production processes.
Inspect equipment and pipelines to identify potential hazards and implement solutions.
Follow and promote established safety standards and participate in safety walkthroughs.
Maintain accurate and timely gas usage, cylinder inventory, and filling records.
Monitor and adjust specialized gas mixtures according to technical specifications.
Identify and address operational issues related to gas supply and distribution.
Collaborate with cross-functional plant teams to optimize gas utilization and minimize waste.
Contribute to updating safety procedures and team training initiatives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
Up to 14 weeks of paid childbirth benefits and parental leave.
401(k) plan with company matching.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement and discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave.
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Benefits begin after 30 days of employment.